The poets are nothing but interpreters of the gods, each one possessed by the divinity to whom he is in bondage.

The principles are important. First, the interest of the state or society counts for everything, that of the individual for nothing. Second, the only difference between men and women is one of physical function- one begets, the other bears children. Apart from that, they both can and should perform the same functions - though men on a whole, perform them better and should receive the same education to enable them to do so; for in this way society will get the best value from both.

The mere athlete becomes too much of a savage.

He who is not a good servant will not be a good master.

Ignorance is the root cause of all difficulties.

He whom loves touches not walks in darkness.

Education and admonition commence in the first years of childhood, and last to the very end of life.