Honors achieved far exceed those that are created.
SOLONHonors achieved far exceed those that are created.
SOLONRule, after you have first learned to submit to rule.
SOLONMen keep their engagements when it is an advantage to both parties not to break them.
SOLONWatch well each separate citizen, Lest having in his heart of hearts A secret spear, one still may come Saluting you with cheerful face, And utter with a double tongue The feigned good wishes of his wary mind.
SOLONIn all things let reason be your guide.
SOLONIn all things that you do, consider the end.
SOLONReprove your friend privately, commend him publicly.
SOLONMen keep agreements when it is to the advantage of neither to break them.
SOLONI grow old learning something new every day.
SOLONJustice, even if slow, is sure.
SOLONPoets tell many lies.
SOLONAs I grow older, I constantly learn more.
SOLONHe who has learned how to obey will know how to command.
SOLONLearn to obey before you command.
SOLONCall no man happy until he is dead.
SOLONSay nothing but good of the dead.
SOLON