Death does not concern us, because as long as we exist, death is not here. And when it does come, we no longer exist.

We must exercise ourselves in thte things which bring happiness, since, if that be present, we have everything, and if that be absent, all our actions are directed toward attaining it.

Of all the means which are procured by wisdom to ensure happiness throughout the whole of life, by far the most important is the acquisition of friends.

It is not so much our friends' help that helps us, as the confidence of their help.

Do not spoil what you have by desiring what you have not.

Empty is the argument of the philosopher which does not relieve any human suffering.

Be moderate in order to taste the joys of life in abundance.