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The things which philosophy attempts to teach by reasoning, poverty forces us to practice.

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When the wise man opens his mouth, the beauties of his soul present themselves to the view, like the statues in a temple.

To the wise man every land is eligible as a place of residence; for the whole world is the country of the worthy soul.

Expel by reasoning the unrestrained grief of a torpid soul.

Spare your life, lest you consume it with sorrow and care.

Pride, like a shepherd, drives people where it pleases.

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