Wise men speak because they have something to say; Fools because they have to say something.
No one is more hated than he who speaks the truth.
Those who are too smart to engage in politics are punished by being governed by those who are dumber.
The man who makes everything that leads to happiness depends upon himself, and not upon other men, has adopted the very best plan for living happily. This is the man of moderation, the man of manly character and of wisdom.
Don’t force your children into your ways, for they were created for a time different from your own.
The beginning is the most important part of the work.
