The gods plant reason in mankind, of all good gifts the highest.

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

Oh child, may you be happier than your father, but in all other respects alike. And then you would not be bad.

And if my present deeds are foolish in thy sight, it may be that a foolish judge arraigns my folly.

Who seeks shall find.

Laws can never be enforced unless fear supports them.

There is no such thing as the old age of the wise.