Quotes and Quotations

Memorable Quotes and quotations from Solon

Solon Greek lawgiver & politician in Athens (638 BC - 559 BC)


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- Learn to obey before you command.

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- Reprove thy friend privately; commend him publicly.

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- Men keep agreements when it is to the advantage of neither to break them.

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- In giving advice, seek to help, not please, your friend.

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- Put more trust in nobility of character than in an oath.