When I look upon seamen, men of science and philosophers, man is the wisest of all beings; when I look upon priests and prophets nothing is as contemptible as man. Diogenes
As a matter of self-preservation, a man needs good friends or ardent enemies, for the former instruct him and the latter take him to task. Diogenes
The vine bears three kinds of grapes: the first of pleasure, the second of intoxication, the third of disgust. Diogenes Three, Second, Pleasure Share with your Friends Share Everyone likes a good quote - don't forget to share. Biography Nationality: Greek Type: Philosopher Born: 412 BC Died: 323 BC Links Find on Amazon: Diogenes Cite this Page: Citation Popular Topics Love Quotes Life Quotes Friendship Quotes Motivational Quotes Inspirational Quotes Success Quotes Funny Quotes Wisdom Quotes More topics Grid List Prev 1 2 Next Diogenes
Those who have virtue always in their mouths, and neglect it in practice, are like a harp, which emits a sound pleasing to others, while itself is insensible of the music. Diogenes
I have nothing to ask but that you would remove to the other side, that you may not, by intercepting the sunshine, take from me what you cannot give. Diogenes