Poetry is finer and more philosophical than history; for poetry expresses the universal, and history only the particular – Aristotle

The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival – Aristotle

The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few things for which he cares sufficiently; but he is willing, in great crises, to give even his life – knowing that under certain conditions it is not worthwhile to live – Aristotle

Character may almost be called the most effective means of persuasion – Aristotle

The worst form of inequality is to try to make unequal things equal – Aristotle

He who is unable to live in society, or who has no need because he is sufficient for himself, must be either a beast or a god – Aristotle