"There is in every one of us, even those who seem to be most moderate, a type of desire that is terrible, wild, and lawless."

"I'm trying to think, don't confuse me with facts."

"The unrighteous, if they escape punishment, are not truly blessed, but are the most unfortunate of all."

"The general principle of the state, that of justice, is for everyone to do their own business and not to be a busybody."

"The beginning is the most important part of the work."