A woman's greatest glory is to be little talked about by men, whether for good or ill.

Better die standing than live kneeling.

For the whole earth is the tomb of famous men; not only are they commemorated by columns and inscriptions in their own country, but in foreign lands there dwells also an unwritten memorial of them, graven not on stone but in the hearts of men.

If Athens shall appear great to you, consider then that her glories were purchased by valiant men, and by men who learned their duty.

Not to be able to bear poverty is a shameful thing, but not to know how to chase it away by work is a more shameful thing yet.

Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it.

Time is the wisest counselor of all.