Plato

10 Quotes

Quotes by Plato

1

Wonder is the feeling of the philosopher, and philosophy begins in wonder.

2

Wise men speak because they have something to say; fools because they have to say something.

3

We can easily forgive a child who is afraid of the dark; the real tragedy is when men are afraid of the light.

4

The first and best victory is to conquer self.

5

The direction in which education starts a man will determine his future.

6

The beginning is the most important part of the work.

7

No one is more hated than he who speak the truth.

8

Never discourage anyone who continually makes progress, no matter how slow.

9

Character is simply habit long continued.

10

At the touch of love, everyone becomes a poet.