Theophrastus quotes

Theophrastus was an ancient Greek philosopher and botanist, regarded as the "Father of Botany." A student of Aristotle, he made significant contributions to the understanding of plants and natural sciences. He shaped the foundation of botanical classification and influenced scientific thought for centuries. Here are 10 of his quotes:

Superstition would seem to be simply cowardice in regard to the supernatural. (Theophrastus)

Time is the most valuable thing a man can spend.

Theophrastus

We must consider the distinctive characters and the general nature of plants from the point of view of their morphology, their behavior under external conditions, their mode of generation, and the whole course of their life.

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The man of petty ambition if invited to dinner will be eager to be set next his host.

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One may define flattery as a base companionship which is most advantageous to the flatterer.

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Remember that life holds out many pleasing deceits to us by the vanity of glory; for that when we are beginning to live, then we are dying. There is, therefore, nothing more profitless than ambition.

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An orator without judgment is a horse without a bridle.

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If you are an ignorant man, you are acting wisely; but if you have had any education, you are behaving like a fool.

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The Unseasonable man is one who will go up to a busy person, and open his heart to him. He will serenade his mistress when she has a fever. He will address himself to a man who has been cast in a surety-suit, and request him to become his security. He will come to give evidence when the trial is over.

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Beauty is a mute deception.

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Occupation: Greek Philosopher
Born: 371 BC
Died: 287 BC
Quotes count: 10
Wikipedia: Theophrastus

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