Quotes by Solon

Solon

Greek statesman

Lived from: 638 - 558

Category: Politics Country: FlagGreece

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  • I grow old learning something new every day.
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  • In giving advice, seek to help, not please, your friend.
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  • Let no man be called happy before his death. Till then, he is not happy, only lucky.
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  • No man is happy; he is at best fortunate.
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  • Put more trust in nobility of character than in an oath.
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  • Rich people without wisdom and learning are but sheep with golden fleeces.
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  • Society is well governed when its people obey the magistrates, and the magistrates obey the law.
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  • Speech is the mirror of action.
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What are the most famous quotes from Solon?

The two most famous quotes from Solon are:

  • "I grow old learning something new every day."
  • "In giving advice, seek to help, not please, your friend."

When did Solon live?

Solon was born in 638 and died in the year 558.