Plato

The measure of a man is what he does with power.

The measure of a man is what he does with power.

The Paphian Queen to Cnidos made repair
Across the tide to see her image there:
Then looking read more

The Paphian Queen to Cnidos made repair
Across the tide to see her image there:
Then looking up and round the prospect wide,
When did Praxiteles see me thus? she cried.

Of all wild beasts, the most difficult to manage.

Of all wild beasts, the most difficult to manage.

Homosexuality, is regarded as shameful by barbarians and by those who live under despotic governments just as philosophy is regarded read more

Homosexuality, is regarded as shameful by barbarians and by those who live under despotic governments just as philosophy is regarded as shameful by them, because it is apparently not in the interest of such rulers to have great ideas engendered in their subjects, or powerful friendships or passionate love-all of which homosexuality is particularly apt to produce."

Wealth is well known to be a great comforter.

Wealth is well known to be a great comforter.