The worst pain a man can suffer: to have insight into much and power over nothing.
Herodotus

There is nothing more foolish, nothing more given to outrage than a useless mob.
Herodotus

To think well and to consent to obey someone giving good advice are the same thing.
Herodotus

Very few things happen at the right time, and the rest do not happen at all. The conscientious historian will correct these defects.
Herodotus

Whatever comes from God is impossible for a man to turn back.
Herodotus

When a woman removes her garment, she also removes the respect that is hers.
Herodotus