It is a disgrace to grow old through sheer carelessness before seeing what manner of man you may become by developing your bodily strength and beauty to their highest limit.
SOCRATESIf you want to be a good saddler, saddle the worst horse; for if you can tame one, you can tame all.
More Socrates Quotes
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An unconsidered life is not one worth living.
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A man who really fights for justice must lead a private, not a public, life if he is to survive for even a short time.
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The true champion of justice, if he intends to survive even for a short time, must necessarily confine himself to private life and leave politics alone.
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Envy is the ulcer of the soul.
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The beginning of wisdom is the definition of terms.
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Thou shouldst eat to live; not live to eat.
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From the deepest desires often come the deadliest hate.
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The misuse of language induces evil in the soul.
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Remember, no human condition is ever permanent. Then you will not be overjoyed in good fortune, nor too sorrowful in misfortune.
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Wisdom begins in wonder.
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Wealth does not bring goodness, but goodness brings wealth and every other blessing, both to the individual and to the state.
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The easiest and noblest way is not to be crushing others, but to be improving yourselves.
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Is it true; is it kind, or is it necessary?
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The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less.
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When you want wisdom and insight as badly as you want to breathe, it is then you shall have it.
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