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.

Slander is a secret propensity of the mind to think ill of men, and afterwards to utter such sentiments in scandalous expressions.

Ah, yes, superstition: it would appear to be cowardice in face of the supernatural.

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

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

Love is the affection of a mind that has nothing better to engage it.

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.

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

An orator without judgment is a horse without a bridle.

Waste of time is the most extravagant and costly of all expenses.

True friends visit us in prosperity only when invited but in adversity they come without invitation.

Time is the most valuable thing a man can spend.

The biggest waste is the waste of time.

The sound of the flute will cure epilepsyand sciatic gout.