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Democritus

Quote of Democritus: Do not trust all men, but...


Biography - Democritus:

Greek philosopher.
Born: -460 - Died: -370
Period:
4th century BC
5th century BC
Place of birth: Greece
Greece

Do not trust all men, but trust men of worth the former course is silly, the latter a mark of prudence.



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Quotes for: trust


Quotes

Quotes about trust:


It is not so much our friends' help that helps us, as the confidence of their help.





Be confident: Truth is not the end of the way, it is the way itself.





Love all, trust a few, do wrong to none.





The best way to find out if you can trust somebody is to trust them.





Confidence raises the soul.





And suddenly you know: It's time to start something new and trust the magic of beginnings.











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Democritus also said...


The self-control of the father is the greatest example for the children.





It is proper, since we are human beings, not to laugh at the misfortunes of others, but to mourn.





Men should strive to think much and know little.





Cheerfulness is created for men through moderation of enjoyment and harmoniousness of life. Things that are in excess or lacking are apt to change and cause great disturbance in the soul.





It is better to deliberate before action than to repent afterwards.





Immoderate desire is the mark of a child, not a man.












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