There is the name and the thing; the name is a sound which sets a mark on and denotes the thing. The name is no part of the thing nor of the substance; it is an extraneous piece added to the thing, and outside of it.

Have you been able to think out and manage your own life? You have done the greatest task of all.... All other things, ruling, hoarding, building, are only little appendages and props, at most.

Since we cannot match it let us take our revenge by abusing it.

Don't be afraid to say what you are not afraid to think

Nor is it enough to toughen up his soul; you must also toughen up his muscles.

The soul that has no established aim loses itself

The honor we receive from those that fear us, is not honor; those respects are paid to royalty and not to me.