We can have justice whenever those who have not been injured by injustice are as outraged by it as those who have been.
SOLONIf all men were to bring their miseries together in one place, most would be glad to take each his own home again rather than take a portion out of the common stock.
More Solon Quotes
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No more good must be attempted than the nation can bear.
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Angels are winged with God’s power.
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Call no man happy until he is dead.
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Wealth I desire to have; but wrongfully to get it, I do not wish.
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A half truth is the worst of all lies, because it can be defended in partiality.
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If things are going well, religion and legislation are beneficial; if not, they are of no avail.
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Reprove your friend privately, commend him publicly.
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No man is happy; he is at best fortunate.
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What thou seest, speak of with caution.
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Learn to obey before you command.
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If all men were to bring their miseries together in one place, most would be glad to take each his own home again rather than take a portion out of the common stock.
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No fool can be silent at a feast.
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Chide a friend in private and praise him in public.
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Say nothing but good of the dead.
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In giving advice seek to help, not to please, your friend.
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