Solon quotes - page 2

Solon was an Athenian statesman, lawmaker, and poet, famous for his legal reforms in ancient Greece. His work laid the foundation for Athenian democracy and aimed to address social and economic inequalities. He is remembered as one of the Seven Sages of Greece and a pivotal figure in Western political thought. Here are 31 of his quotes:

A half truth is the worst of all lies,because it can be defended in partiality. (Solon)
Reprove your friend privately, commend him publicly. View quote
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If things are going well, religion and legislation are beneficial; if not, they are of no avail. View quote
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To make an empire durable, the magistrates must obey the laws and the people the magistrates. View quote
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Poets tell many lies. View quote
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Men keep their engagements when it is an advantage to both parties not to break them. View quote
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Solon

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Occupation: Greek Statesman
Born: 638 BC
Died: 558 BC
Quotes count: 31
Wikipedia: Solon

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