Reason is immortal, all else mortal.

Begin thus from the first act, and proceed; and, in conclusion, at the ill which thou hast done, be troubled, and rejoice for the good.

In this theater of man’s life, it is reserved only for God and angels to be lookers-on.

Do not say a little in many words but a great deal in a few.

Strength of mind rests in sobriety; for this keeps your reason unclouded by passion.

The most momentous thing in human life is the art of winning the soul to good or evil.

As long as man continues to be the ruthless destroyer of lower living beings he will never know health or peace. For as long as men massacre animals, they will kill each other.

Above all things, reverence yourself.

It is better wither to be silent, or to say things of more value than silence. Sooner throw a pearl at hazard than an idle or useless word; and do not say a little in...

No one is free who has not obtained the empire of himself.

A thought is an idea in transit.

Silence is better than unmeaning words.

Concern should drive us into action and not into a depression. No man is free who cannot control himself.

Above the cloud with its shadow is the star with its light. Above all things reverence thyself.

Do not talk a little on many subjects, but much on a few.

Virtue is harmony.

As soon as laws are necessary for men, they are no longer fit for freedom.

Choose rather to be strong of soul than strong of body.

Friends are as companions on a journey, who ought to aid each other to persevere in the road to a happier life.