A half truth is the worst of all lies, because it can be defended in partiality.
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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That city in which those who are not wronged, no less than those who are wronged, exert themselves to punish the wrongdoers.
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Seek to learn constantly while you live; do not wait in the faith that old age by itself will bring wisdom.
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True blessedness consisteth in a good life and a happy death.
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Wealth I desire to have; but wrongfully to get it, I do not wish.
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I grow old, ever learning many things.
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No more good must be attempted than the nation can bear.
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Rich people without wisdom and learning are but sheep with golden fleeces.
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Reprove your friend privately, commend him publicly.
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He that will sell his fame will also sell the public interest.
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In all things let reason be your guide.
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In the ideal State laws are few and simple, because they have been derived from certainties. In the corrupt State laws are many and confused, because they have been derived from uncertainties.
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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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Speech is the mirror of action.
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The ideal state is that in which an injury done to the least of its citizens is an injury done to all.
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In giving advice seek to help, not to please, your friend.
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