One trait in the philosopher's character we can assume is his love of the knowledge that reveals eternal reality, the realm unaffected by change and decay.
Music gives wings to the mind and flight to the imagination.
The flute is not an instrument that has a good moral effect - it is too exciting.
Nothing in the affairs of men is worthy of great anxiety.
I would fain grow old learning many things.
A man is not learned until he can read, write and swim.