"Since it is not possible to get rid of the fear of death without knowledge of the universe, we cannot enjoy unmixed pleasure."

"We should heal our misfortunes by the recollection of our past joys and by the acknowledgment that it is impossible to undo what has been done."

"If you wish to make Pythocles rich, do not give him more money; diminish his desires."

"The time when you should most of all withdraw into yourself is when you are forced to be in a crowd."

"It is not possible for one to rid himself of his fears about the most important matters if he does not understand the nature of the whole, but is still in doubt about some of the things that are said …"