It is the soul itself which sees and hears, and not those parts which are, as it were, but windows to the soul.

A war is never undertaken by the ideal state, except in defense of its honor or its safety.

In ancient times music was the foundation of all the sciences. Education was begun with music with the persuasion that nothing could be expected of a man who was ignorant of music.

No poet or orator has ever existed who believed there was any better than himself.

It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgment.

What is dignity without honesty?

It is the soul itself which sees and hears, and not those parts which are, as it were, but windows to the soul.