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Plutarch Quotes

All men whilst they are awake are in one common world: but each of them, when he is asleep, is in a world of his own.
Plutarch

Biography

Author Profession: Philosopher
Nationality: Greek
Born: 46
Died: 120

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The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.
Plutarch

I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.
Plutarch

Know how to listen, and you will profit even from those who talk badly.
Plutarch

To find fault is easy; to do better may be difficult.
Plutarch

Silence at the proper season is wisdom, and better than any speech.
Plutarch

An imbalance between rich and poor is the oldest and most fatal ailment of all republics.
Plutarch

Character is simply habit long continued.
Plutarch

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