In making a speech one must study three points: first, the means of producing persuasion; second, the language; third the proper arrangement of the various parts of the speech – Aristotle

The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching – Aristotle

A tyrant must put on the appearance of uncommon devotion to religion. Subjects are less apprehensive of illegal treatment from a ruler whom they consider god-fearing and pious. On the other hand, they do less easily move against him, believing that he has the gods on his side – Aristotle

All paid jobs absorb and degrade the mind – Aristotle

Different men seek after happiness in different ways and by different means, and so make for themselves different modes of life and forms of government – Aristotle

The aim of the wise is not to secure pleasure, but to avoid pain – Aristotle