"Musical innovation is full of danger to the State, for when modes of music change, the fundamental laws of the State always change with them."

"No man should bring children into the world who is unwilling to persevere to the end in their nature and education."

"No one is more hated than he who speaks the truth."

"Music is a moral law. It gives soul to the universe, wings to the mind, flight to the imagination, and charm and gaiety to life and to everything."

"The procreation of children shall be regulated by the magistrates."