Pericles Quotes

Time is the king of all men, he is their parent and their grave, and gives them what he will and not what they crave.

Time is the wisest counselor of all.... -Pericles

For famous men have the whole earth as their memor... -Pericles

For famous men have the whole earth as their memorial.

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The quote suggests that the enduring fame of notable individuals serves as their lasting memorial or legacy, surpassing physical monuments or memorials.

Just because you do not take an interest in politics doesn't mean politics won't take an interest in you.

A woman's greatest glory is to be little talked ab... -Pericles

A woman's greatest glory is to be little talked about by men, whether for good or ill.

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This quote suggests that a woman's highest achievement or source of pride is to be discussed or mentioned only minimally by men, regardless of the nature of the conversation.

Fishes live in the sea, as men do on land: the gre... -Pericles

Fishes live in the sea, as men do on land: the great ones eat up the little ones.

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This quote metaphorically compares the natural order of survival and hierarchy among fish in the sea to that of men on land, where those in power or superior positions exploit and dominate the weaker ones.

The whole earth is the tomb of heroic men and their story is not given only on stone over their clay but abides everywhere without visible symbol woven into the stuff of other mens lives.

Having knowledge but lacking the power to express it clearly is no better than never having any ideas at all.

It is right to endure with resignation what the go... -Pericles

It is right to endure with resignation what the gods send, and to face one's enemies with courage.

Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who ... -Pericles

Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it.

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