Flattery is like friendship in show, but not in fruit.
They are not only idle who do nothing, but they are idle also who might be better employed.
In my investigation in the service of the god I found that those who had the highest reputation were nearly the most deficient, while those who were thought to be inferior were more knowledgeable.
Whoever would have his body supple, easy and healthful should learn to dance.
The man who is truly wise knows that he knows very little.
I have lived long enough to learn how much there is I can really do without.... He is nearest to God who needs the fewest things.