Category Archives: moderation

None are more taken in by flattery than the proud, who wish to be the first and are not

Posted on 14 December 2011 by philosiblog

None are more taken in by flattery than the proud, who wish to be the first and are not. – Baruch Spinoza What does that mean? This quote talks about flattery and why it works better on some people than on others. … Continue reading →

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Non violence is a sign of strength; violence is a sign of desperation and weakness.

Posted on 11 September 2011 by philosiblog

Non violence is a sign of strength; violence is a sign of desperation and weakness. – Dalai Lama What does that mean? This is a testament to wisdom over ‘common knowledge.’ Many people think that fighting, conquering and vanquishing are the ultimate … Continue reading →

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Poverty wants some, luxury many, and avarice all things.

Posted on 16 July 2011 by philosiblog

Poverty wants some, luxury many, and avarice all things. – Seneca What does that mean? I’m not sure if Seneca was that brief, or if the translators tried to tighten up his prose. A more easily read version might go … Continue reading →

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By desiring little, a poor man makes himself rich.

Posted on 10 March 2011 by philosiblog

By desiring little, a poor man makes himself rich. – Democritus What does that mean? Once again, we start with a quote that has been translated from another language, and many liberties will be taken by this author as to … Continue reading →

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