It is a base thing for a man among the people not to obey those in command. Never in a state can the laws be well administered when fear does not stand firm.
SOPHOCLESMen of perverse opinion do not know the excellence of what is in their hands, till someone dash it from them.
More Sophocles Quotes
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Truly, to tell lies is not honorable; but when the truth entails tremendous ruin, to speak dishonorably is pardonable.
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Let men be wise by instinct if they can, but when this fails be wise by good advice.
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For whoever knows how to return a kindness he has received must be a friend above all price.
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None love the messenger who brings bad news.
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You win the victory when you yield to friends.
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Children are the anchors of a mother’s life.
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And if you think my acts are foolishness the foolishness may be in a fool’s eye.
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Opportunity has power over all things.
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In a just cause the weak will beat the strong.
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It is hope that maintains most of mankind.
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A fearful man is always hearing things.
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The truth is what I cherish and that’s my strength.
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A word does not frighten the man who, in acting feels no fear.
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Gentle time will heal our sorrows.
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To the person who is afraid, everything rustles.
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