At his best, man is the noblest of all animals; separated from law and justice he is the worst.

Courage is a mean with regard to fear and confidence.

Fame means being respected by everybody, or having some quality that is desired by all men, or by most, or by the good, or by the wise.

Plato is dear to me, but dearer still is truth.

The ideal man bears the accidents of life with dignity and grace, making the best of circumstances.

Education is the best provision for old age.