The visible world was only an imperfect reflection of the Ideal, which the Philosopher sought to transcend.

If you own a machine, you are in turn owned by it, and spend your time serving it.

I never left you; I never will leave you. While life lasts, and beyond, I am here.

For there is no higher religion than the Truth.

On one occasion I shared a bed with about seven other people, but we were all having a party overnight

I have neither talent or taste for kingship, cousin. I am a warrior, and to dwell always in one place and live at court would weary me to death!

And I must believe that man has the power to know the right, to choose between good and evil and know that his choice has made a difference.