I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well.

298

In faith and hope the world will disagree, but all mankind's concern is charity. .

216

Do you not think it a matter worthy of lamentation that when there is such a vast multitude of them [worlds], we have not yet conquered one?

173

I had rather excel others in the knowledge of what is excellent, than in the extent of my power and dominion.

169

I am dying with the help of too many physicians.

134

Remember upon the conduct of each depends the fate of all.

106

Heaven cannot brook two suns, nor earth two masters.

105

I send you a kaffis of mustard seed, that you may taste and acknowledge the bitterness of my victory.

100

How great are the dangers I face to win a good name in Athens.

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