States Quotes by Pittacus of Mytilene

2 States quotes by Pittacus of Mytilene

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That state is best ordered when the wicked have no command, and the good have.

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The best state is that in which bad men are not allowed to hold office, and good men are not allowed to refuse office.

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Do well the duty that lies before you.

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Know the right moment.

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Know thy opportunity.

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Cultivate truth, good faith, experience, cleverness, sociability, and industry.

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Whatever you do, do it well.

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Know thine opportunity.

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Measure a person by what they do with power.

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Forgiveness is better than revenge.

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Seize time by the forelock.

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You should know which opportunities to choose.

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Speak no ill of a friend, nor even of an enemy.

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Know your opportunity.

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