The spirit is the true self. The spirit, the will to win, and the will to excel are the things that endure.

But if you should take the bond of goodwill out of the universe no house or city could stand, nor would even the tillage of the fields abide. If that statement is not clear, then you may understand how great is the power of friendship and of concord from a consideration of the results of enmity and disagreement. For what house is so strong, or what state so enduring that it cannot be utterly overthrown by animosities and division?

We cannot employ the mind to advantage when we are filled with excessive food and drink.

What is there that is illustrious that is not also attended by labor?

I am much beholden to old age, which has increased my eagerness for conversation in proportion as it has lessened my appetites of hunger and thirst.

Every animal loves itself.

I prefer tongue-tied knowledge to ignorant loquacity.