Diogenes Laërtius Quotes

Collection of phrases and quotes of Diogenes Laërtius.

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Listening silently is how one learns to hear; speaking is how one learns to talk; and then, speaking teaches one to be silent.

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Envy is caused by seeing another enjoy what we desire; jealousy, by seeing another possess what we would like to possess ourselves.

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Culture is an ornament in prosperity and a refuge in adversity.

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To marry, when young is early and when old is late.