Gaius Plinius Secondus Pliny, the Elder quotes and words of wisdom

"No man"s abilities are so remarkably shining as not to stand in need of a proper opportunity, a patron, and even the praises of a friend to recommend them to the notice of the world."
Found in the topic Ability.

"From the crown of his head to the sole of the foot."
Found in the topic Unsorted.

"The great business of man is to improve his mind, and govern his manners; all other projects and pursuits, whether in our power to compass or not, are only amusements."
Found in the topic Mind.

"Thunderbolts that strike blindly and in vain. ? Bruta fulmina et vana."
Found in the topic Thunder.

Interesting Quotes

Every nation ridicules other nations, and all are right.Arthur Schopenhauer - German philosopher (1788 - 1860)

You are not superior just because you see the world in an odious light.Vicomte de Chateaubriand - French author & politician (1768 - 1848)