...that in our state one man was to do one job, and the job he was naturally most suited for .. And further, we have often heard and often said that justice consists of minding your own business and not interfering with other people.

The man who arrives at the doors of artistic creation with none of the madness of the Muses would be convinced that technical ability alone was enough to make an artist... what that man creates by means of reason will pale before the art of inspired beings.

Love is a great spirit. Everything spiritual is in between god and mortal.

Integrity is your destiny-it is the light that guides your way.

When you admonish a wrongdoer, do so gently, that it may not lead to hostility.

The life which is not examined is not worth living.

Those who practice philosophy in the right way are in training for dying and they fear death least of all men.