Quote of Aristophanes - Words give wings to the mind...
Biography - Aristophanes:
Born: -446 - Died: -386
Period:
4th century BC
5th century BC
Place of birth: Greece
Note
"INFORMER
So that words give wings?
PISTHETAERUS
Undoubtedly; words give wings to the mind and make a man soar to heaven. Thus I hope that my wise words will give you wings to fly to some less degrading trade."
Source: The Birds
Translation
(French)
See also...
Quotes about heaven:
And a Heaven in a Wild Flower,
Hold Infinity in the palm of your hand
And Eternity in an hour.
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