Socrates
Socrates
Socrates was a classical Greekphilosopher credited as one of the founders of Western philosophy. He is an enigmatic figure known chiefly through the accounts of classical writers, especially the writings of his students Plato and Xenophon and the plays of his contemporary Aristophanes. Plato's dialogues are among the most comprehensive accounts of Socrates to survive from antiquity, though it is unclear the degree to which Socrates himself is "hidden behind his 'best disciple', Plato"...
NationalityGreek
ProfessionPhilosopher
smart stupid average
Smart people learn from everything and everyone, Average people from their experiences, Stupid people already have all the answers.
glory nearest strive wish
The nearest way to glory is to strive to be what you wish to be thought to be
wrinkles years soul
The years wrinkle our skin, but lack of enthusiasm wrinkles our soul.
armor flattery shows
Flattery is like a painted armor; only for show.
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Fame is the perfume of heroic deeds.
moderation including all-things
All things in moderation, including moderation.
enquiry worth-living
Life without enquiry is not worth living.
immortality
I have good hope that there is something remaining for the dead.
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Regard your good name as the richest jewel yoou can possibly be possessed of.
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Wonder is the feeling of a philosopher, and philosophy begins in wonder.