"Provide ship or sails adapted to the heavenly breezes, and there will be some who will not fear even that void [of space]… . So, for those who will come shortly to attempt this journey, let us establi…"

"Some of what these pamphlets [of astrological forecasts] say will turn out to be true, but most of it time and experience will expose as empty and worthless. The latter part will be forgotten [literal…"

"The Earth has a soul, and it is sick with melancholy."

"I have found the truth, and it is beautiful."

"I have been tormented by the desire to understand the celestial motions."