As there are misanthropists or haters of men, so also are there misologists, or haters of ideas.

Lack of activity destroys the good condition of every human being

I fast for greater physical and mental efficiency

Just as bees make honey from thyme, the strongest and driest of herbs, so do the wise profit from the most difficult of experiences.

It is fear and terror that make all men brave, except the philosophers. Yet it is illogical to be brave through fear and cowardice.

Music has the capacity to touch the innermost reaches of the soul and music gives flight to the imagination.

Madness is a divine release of the soul from the yoke of custom and convention.