"I do know, however, that it is wicked and shameful to do wrong, to disobey one's superior, be he god or man."

"This man among you, mortals, is wisest who, like Socrates, understands that his wisdom is worthless."

"I am a fool, but I know I'm a fool and that makes me smarter than you."

"Do not do to others what angers you if done to you by others."

"The nearest way to glory is to strive to be what you desire to be thought to be."