Democritus
Democritus
Democrituswas an influential Ancient Greek pre-Socratic philosopher primarily remembered today for his formulation of an atomic theory of the universe...
kind-deeds sin good-deeds
Our sins are more easily remembered than our good deeds.
wise country home
The wise man belongs to all countries, for the home of a great soul is the whole world
men desire deeds
You can tell the man who rings true from the man who rings false, not by his deeds alone, but also his desires.
motivational philosophy science
Nothing exists except atoms and empty space; everything else is opinion.
men cities brave
The brave man is not only he who overcomes the enemy, but he who is stronger than pleasures. Some men are masters of cities, but are enslaved to women.
pride age youth
The pride of youth is in strength and beauty, the pride of old age is in discretion.
pain wind moderation
Throw moderation to the winds, and the greatest pleasures bring the greatest pains.
sex intercourse
Sexual intercourse is a slight attack of apoplexy.
inspirational happiness being-happy
Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold, happiness dwells in the soul.