"We do not copy our neighbors, but are an example to them."

"We do not get into a state with our next-door neighbour if he enjoys himself in his own way, nor do we shoot him the kind of black looks which, though they do no real harm, still vex an honest man. We…"

"For the greatest glory is to be spoken of for one's virtues, and to be praised by one's fellow citizens, and to be honored by one's fellow citizens, and to be honored by one's fellow citizens."

"Those who can think, but cannot express what they think, place themselves at the level of those who cannot think."

"For the love of honor is the only thing that does not grow old, and in old age it is not wealth, but honor, that gives us joy."