Anger is like a ruin, which, in falling upon its victim, breaks itself to pieces.

We have lost morals, justice, honor, piety and faith, and that sense of shame which, once lost, can never be restored.

It is man's duty to live in conformity with the divine will, and this means, firstly, bringing his life into line with 'nature's laws', and secondly, resigning himself completely and uncomplainingly to whatever fate may send him. Only by living thus, and not setting too high a value on things which can at any moment be taken away from him, can he discover that true, unshakeable peace and contentment to which ambition, luxury and above all avarice are among the greatest obstacles.

It is medicine, not scenery, for which a sick man must go searching.

Many shed tears merely for show, and have dry eyes when no one's around to observe them.

As for old age, embrace and love it. It abounds with pleasure if you know how to use it. The gradually declining years are among the sweetest in a man's life, and I maintain that, even when they have reached the extreme limit, they have their pleasure still.

You need a change of soul rather than a change of climate.