It is a base thing for a man among the people not to obey those in command. Never in a state can the laws be well administered when fear does not stand firm.
I have no desire to suffer twice, in reality and then in retrospect.
Old age and the passage of time teach all things.
The gods love those of ordered soul.
Count no mortal fortunate till he has departed this life free from pain.
Fear? What has a man to do with fear? Chance rules our lives, and the future is all unknown. Best live as we may, from day to day.