To be curious about that which is not one's concern while still in ignorance of oneself is ridiculous.
He who steals a little steals with the same wish as he who steals much, but with less power.
Love is a great spirit. Everything spiritual is in between god and mortal.
Do not train children to learning by force and harshness, but direct them to it by what amuses their minds.
Access to power must be confined to those who are not in love with it.
Justice in the life and conduct of the State is possible only as first it resides in the hearts and souls of the citizens.