There is no such thing as a lovers' oath.

Man is a being in search of meaning.

Better to be unborn than untaught, for ignorance is the root of all misfortune.

There are three arts which are concerned with all things: one which uses, another which makes, and a third which imitates them.

No one is a friend to his friend who does not love in return.

Remember our words, then, and whatever is your aim let virtue be the condition of the attainment of your aim, and know that without this all possessions and pursuits are dishonourable and evil.

Beauty of style and harmony and grace and good rhythm depend on Simplicity.