We ought indeed to shrink from and feel shame at what is base, but nature which is over-cautious to avoid blame may be gentle and kindly, but cannot be great.
PLUTARCHThe whole of life is but a moment of time. It is our duty, therefore to use it, not to misuse it.
More Plutarch Quotes
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The future bears down upon each one of us with all the hazards of the unknown. The only way out is through.
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The truly pious must negotiate a difficult course between the precipice of godlessness and the marsh of superstition.
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Remember what Simonides said, that he never repented that he had held his tongue, but often that he had spoken.
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To make no mistakes is not in the power of man, but from their errors and mistakes, the wise and good learn wisdom for the future.
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No beast is more savage than man when possessed with power answerable to his rage.
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Painting is silent poetry.
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Evidence of trust begets trust, and love is reciprocated by love.
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Silence at the proper season is wisdom and better than any speech.
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It is a true proverb, that if you live with a lame man, you will learn to limp.
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May I never sit where it is impossible for me to get up and offer my seat to an older man?
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Music, to create harmony, must investigate discord.
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Vultures are the most righteous of birds: they do not attack even the smallest living creature.
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Come and take them.
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In words are seen the state of mind and character and disposition of the speaker.
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A mind is not a vessel to be filled, but a fire to be lighted.
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