And finally, the wise man regards the reason for all his actions, but not the results. The beginning is in our own power; fortune decides the issue, but I do not allow her to pass sentence upon myself. You may say: "But she can inflict a measure of suffering and of trouble." The highwayman does not pass sentence when he slays. Now

There is an element of self-seeking even in our sorrow.

The primary indication, to my thinking, of a well-ordered mind is a man's ability to remain in one place and linger in his own company.

For love of bustle is not industry, – it is only the restlessness of a hunted mind.

Friendship, accordingly, is always helpful, but love sometimes even does harm. Try to perfect yourself, if for no other reason, in order that you may learn how to love.

inasmuch as hope is merely the title of an uncertain blessing: I

Do you ask what is the proper limit to wealth? It is, first, to have what is necessary, and, second, to have what is enough.

While we are postponing, life speeds by.

Virtue is held too cheap by the man who counts his body too dear. We should cherish the body with the greatest care;