There is no greater magnificence than to defeat oneself. That is the magnificence.

I am confident that there truly is such a thing as living again, that the living spring from the dead, and that the souls of the dead are in existence.

Either I do not corrupt the young or, if I do, it is unwillingly.

Is there anyone to whom you entrust a greater number of serious matters than your wife? And is there anyone with whom you have fewer conversations?

If you will take my advice you will think little of Socrates, and a great deal more of truth.

To live well and honorably and justly are the same thing.

Whoever would have his body supple, easy and healthful should learn to dance.