Not even the gods fight against necessity.
There is no better test of a man's work than time, which also reveals the thoughts which lay hidden in his breast.
There's no joy even in beautiful Wisdom, unless one have holy Health.
What is life without the joy of Love?
It is hard to be truly excellent, four-square in hand and foot and mind, formed without blemish.
If to die honorably is the greatest Part of virtue, for us fate's done her best. Because we fought to crown Greece with freedom We lie here enjoying timeless fame.