It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it – Aristotle

The energy of the mind is the essence of life – Aristotle

Wit is educated insolence – Aristotle

He who hath many friends hath none – 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

Hope is a waking dream – Aristotle