The man who masters his own soul will forever be called conqueror of conquerors.
A good disposition I far prefer to gold; for gold is the gift of fortune; goodness of disposition is the gift of nature. I prefer much rather to be called good than fortunate.
Do you never look at yourself when you abuse another person?
Bad conduct soils the finest ornament more than filth.
He who is most on his guard is often himself taken in.
I esteem death a trifle, if not caused by guilt.