We Greeks believe that a man who takes no part in public affairs is not merely lazy, but good for nothing

For men naturally despise those who court them, but respect those who do not give way to them.

Abstinence from all injustice to other first-rate powers is a greater tower of strength than anything that can be gained by the sacrifice of permanent tranquillity for an apparent temporary advantage.

In a democracy, someone who fails to get elected to office can always console himself with the thought that there was something not quite fair about it.

Most people, in fact, will not take the trouble in finding out the truth, but are much more inclined to accept the first story they hear.

Mankind apparently find it easier to drive away adversity than to retain prosperity.

We secure our friends not by accepting favours but by doing them.