Note too that a faithful study of the liberal arts humanizes character and permits it not to be cruel.
Only the mind cannot be sent into exile.
There is nothing constant in the universe. All ebb and flow, and every shape that's born, bears in its womb the seeds of change.
We can learn even from our enemies.
Consider the misfortunes of others, and you will be the better able to bear your own.
To be thoroughly imbued, with the liberal arts refines the manners, and makes men to be mild and gentle in their conduct.