The cure of the part should not be attempted without the cure of the whole.

The point which I should first wish to understand is whether the pious or holy is beloved by the gods because it is holy, or holy because it is beloved of the gods.

The music masters familiarize children's minds with rhythms and melodies, thus making them more civilized, more balanced, better adjusted in themselves, and more capable in whatever they say or do, for rhythm and harmony are essential to the whole of life.

The Dance, of all the arts, is the one that most influences the soul. Dancing is divine in its nature and is the gift of God.

Because it is correct to make a priority of young people, taking care that they turn out as well as possible.

There still remain three studies suitable for free man. Arithmetic is one of them.

Until philosophers hold power, neither states nor individuals will have rest from trouble.