In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous.
From Aristotle
There is no great genius without some touch of madness.
Men acquire a particular quality by constantly acting in a particular way.
I count him braver who overcomes his desires than him who conquers his enemies; for the hardest victory is over self.
Character may almost be called the most effective means of persuasion.
Perfect friendship is the friendship of men who are good, and alike in excellence; for these wish well alike to each other qua good, and they are good in themselves.
The energy of the mind is the essence of life.
Fear is pain arising from the anticipation of evil.
The aim of the wise is not to secure pleasure, but to avoid pain.
The state comes into existence for the sake of life and continues to exist for the sake of good life.
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