Famous Quotes by Democritus

Below are famous quotes by Democritus - Greek philosopher (460 BC - 370 BC).

Do not trust all men, but trust men of worth; the former course is silly, the latter a mark of prudence.

I would rather discover one scientific fact than become King of Persia.

Nothing exists except atoms and empty space;everything else is opinion.

Our sins are more easily remembered than our good deeds.

The pride of youth is in strength and beauty, the pride of old age is in discretion.

Tis hard to fight with anger, but the prudent man keeps it under control.

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