Bear up, my child, bear up; Zeus who oversees and directs all things is still mighty in heaven.

Shame brings no advantage in misfortunes, for silence (of the accused) is the ally of the speaker.

The man from whom the joys of life have departed is living no more, but should be counted with the dead.

The happiest life is to be without thought

Money is the worst currency that ever grew among mankind. This sacks cities, this drives men from their homes, this teaches and corrupts the worthiest minds to turn base deeds.

How sweet for those faring badly to forget their misfortunes even for a short time.

You can kill a man but you cant kill a idea.