Most men are wicked.
Bias of Priene
It is better to decide a difference between enemies than friends, for one of our friends will certainly become an enemy and one of our enemies a friend
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Great strength of body is the gift of nature; But to be able to advise whate'er Is most expedient for one's country's good, Is the peculiar work of sense and wisdom.
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Cherish wisdom as a means of travelling from youth to old age, for it is more lasting than any other possession.
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Do not praise an undeserving man because of his riches.
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Love prudence.
Great riches come to many men by chance.
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Accept of things, having procured them by persuasion, not by force.
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Whatever good fortune befalls you, attribute it to the gods.
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Seek to please all the citizens, even though Your house may be in an ungracious city. For such a course will favour win from all: But haughty manners oft produce destruction.
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