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The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions

Posted on 12 December 2011 by philosiblog

The superior man is modest in his speech, but exceeds in his actions. – Confucius What does that mean? This quote reminds me to be wary of the boastful and the prideful. These people are not modest in their speech. Some … Continue reading →

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War is just when it is necessary; arms are permissible when there is no hope except in arms

Posted on 10 December 2011 by philosiblog

War is just when it is necessary; arms are permissible when there is no hope except in arms.– Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? I know this quote, and my explanation of it, will rub some the wrong way, but I … Continue reading →

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After your death you will be what you were before your birth

Posted on 5 December 2011 by philosiblog

After your death you will be what you were before your birth. – Arthur Schopenhauer What does that mean? This is one of the most logically true discussions of spirituality I am familiar with. It takes no position on what … Continue reading →

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Whosoever desires constant success must change his conduct with the times.

Posted on 12 November 2011 by philosiblog

Whosoever desires constant success must change his conduct with the times. – Niccolò Machiavelli What does that mean? What this quote says to me is that things are always changing, that nothing stays the same. If you wish to enjoy continued success, … Continue reading →

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We should not moor a ship with one anchor, or our life with one hope

Posted on 24 October 2011 by philosiblog

We should not moor a ship with one anchor, or our life with one hope. – Epictetus What does that mean? Back in the days of this quote, almost everything about a ship was organic. Organic compounds and water are … Continue reading →

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Constant exposure to dangers will breed contempt for them

Posted on 15 October 2011 by philosiblog

Constant exposure to dangers will breed contempt for them. – Seneca What does that mean? I’m not exactly sure how the Latin was translated to English, but contempt presently means to treat with dislike and scorn. I would imagine that this … Continue reading →

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If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable.

Posted on 30 July 2011 by philosiblog

If one does not know to which port one is sailing, no wind is favorable. – Seneca What does that mean? To me, the saying is about your destination. If you don’t have one, no wind can possibly take you … Continue reading →

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