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.
SOLON
Wealth I desire to have; but wrongfully to get it, I do not wish.
More Solon Quotes
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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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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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No more good must be attempted than the nation can bear.
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Laws are like spider’s webs: If some poor weak creature comes up against them, it is caught; but a big one can break through and get away.
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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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In all things let reason be your guide.
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In all things that you do, consider the end.
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Honors achieved far exceed those that are created.
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Each day grow older, and learn something new.
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Put more trust in nobility of character than in an oath.
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He that will sell his fame will also sell the public interest.
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Say nothing but good of the dead.
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Speech is the mirror of action.
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Reprove your friend privately, commend him publicly.
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He who has learned how to obey will know how to command.
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