Things that are holy are revealed only to men who are holy.

There are in fact two things, science and opinion; the former begets knowledge, the latter ignorance.

Healing is a matter of time, but it is sometimes also a matter of opportunity.

As to diseases make a habit of two things - to help, or at least, to do no harm.

Prayer indeed is good, but while calling on the gods a man should himself lend a hand.

Idleness and lack of occupation tend - nay are dragged - towards evil.

A wise man should consider that health is the greatest of human blessings, and learn how by his own thought to derive benefit from his illnesses.

If we could give every individual the right amount of nourishment and exercise, not too little and not too much, we would have found the safest way to health.

Healthy people live with their world.