The Intellect engages us in the pursuit of Truth. The Passions impel us to Action.

Never was a government that was not composed of liars, malefactors and thieves.

If only every man would make proper use of his strength and do his utmost, he need never regret his limited ability.

A s laws multiply, injustice increases.

The spirit is the true self, not that physical figure which can be pointed out by your finger.

A person who is wise does nothing against their will, nothing with sighing or under coercion.

What sweetness is left in life, if you take away friendship? Robbing life of friendship is like robbing the world of the sun. A true friend is more to be esteemed than kinsfolk.