Most people do not understand until old age what Plato tells them when they are young.

Instead of using medicine, better fast today.

When men are arrived at the goal, they should not turn back.

The real destroyer of the liberties of the people is he who spreads among them bounties, donations and benefits.

Riches for the most part are hurtful to them that possess them.

Choose what is best, and habit will make it pleasant and easy.

When Demosthenes was asked what were the three most important aspects of oratory, he answered, 'Action, Action, Action.'