A thought is an idea in transit – Pythagoras

Do not talk a little on many subjects, but much on a few – Pythagoras

The oldest, shortest words – ‘yes’ and ‘no’ – are those which require the most thought – Pythagoras

Begin thus from the first act, and proceed; and, in conclusion, at the ill which thou hast done, be troubled, and rejoice for the good

Reason is immortal, all else mortal – Pythagoras

There is a good principle which created order, light, and man, and an evil principle which created chaos, darkness, and woman – Pythagoras