Quotes by Antisthenes

Antisthenes (c. 445 – c. 365 BCE) was a pivotal figure in ancient philosophy, known as one of the founders of Cynicism. A student of Socrates, he championed a life of virtue and simplicity, advocating for self-sufficiency and disdain for material wealth. His teachings emphasized the importance of living in accordance with nature and prioritizing moral virtue over societal conventions. Antisthenes's legacy endures as a precursor to later philosophical movements, shaping the discourse on ethics and the human condition in profound ways.

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"As iron is eaten away by rust, so the envious are consumed by their own passion."

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"The most useful piece of learning for the uses of life is to unlearn what is untrue."

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"There are only two people who can tell you the truth about yourself - an enemy who has lost his temper and a friend who loves you dearly."

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"Quarrels often arise in marriages when the bridal gifts are excessive."

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