He who learns must suffer. And even in our sleep pain that cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart, and in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom to us by the awful grace of God. Aeschylus on god
God's most lordly gift to man is decency of mind. Aeschylus on god
Whenever a man makes haste, God too hastens with him. Aeschylus on god
There is no pain so great as the memory of joy in present grief. Aeschylus on great
For there is no defense for a man who, in the excess of his wealth, has kicked the great altar of Justice out of sight. Aeschylus on great
For the poison of hatred seated near the heart doubles the burden for the one who suffers the disease he is burdened with his own sorrow, and groans on seeing another's happiness. Aeschylus on happiness
Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times. Aeschylus on happiness
And one who is just of his own free will shall not lack for happiness and he will never come to utter ruin. Aeschylus on happiness
I'm not afraid of storms, for I'm learning to sail my ship. Aeschylus on learning
Justice turns the scale, bringing to some learning through suffering. Aeschylus on learning
It is in the character of very few men to honor without envy a friend who has prospered. Aeschylus on men
Ah, lives of men! When prosperous they glitter - Like a fair picture when misfortune comes - A wet sponge at one blow has blurred the painting. Aeschylus on men
Married love between man and woman is bigger than oaths guarded by right of nature. Aeschylus on nature
Whoever is new to power is always harsh. Aeschylus on power
Excessive fear is always powerless. Aeschylus on power
When strength is yoked with justice, where is a mightier pair than they? Aeschylus on strength
Obedience is the mother of success and is wedded to safety. Aeschylus on success
There is no pain so great as the memory of joy in present grief. Aeschylus on sympathy