Ugly deeds are taught by ugly deeds.
SOPHOCLESNo honest man will argue on every side.
More Sophocles Quotes
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I have no desire to suffer twice, in reality and then in retrospect.
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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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A man who takes pleasure in speaking continuously fools himself in thinking he is not unpleasant to those around him.
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Our happiness depends on wisdom all the way.
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Remember, nothing succeeds without toil.
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Best to live lightly, unthinkingly.
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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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I would prefer even to fail with honor than win by cheating.
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It is the task of a good man to help those in misfortune.
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Much wisdom often goes with fewer words.
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If you are out of trouble, watch for danger. And when you live well, then consider the most your life, lest ruin take it unawares.
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A man though wise, should never be ashamed of learning more, and must unbend his mind.
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There is a point beyond which even justice becomes unjust.
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Nobody likes the bringer of bad news.
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He who throws away a friend is as bad as he who throws away his life.
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