Demetrius of Phalerum Quotes on Virtue
Demetrius of Phalerum was a Peripatetic philosopher and Athenian statesman who governed Athens for ten years on behalf of Cassander before fleeing in exile to the court of Ptolemy I in Alexandria. This page collects quotes attributed to Demetrius of Phalerum on the topic of virtue, drawn from across the philosopher's works.
Quotes
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Attributed to Demetrius of Phalerum:
“Education is a possession that fortune cannot take away.”
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Attributed to Demetrius of Phalerum:
“Speak briefly, for the wise listen well; the unwise will not listen however long you speak.”
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Attributed to Demetrius of Phalerum:
“It is shameful to seek good fortune while neglecting the good.”
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Attributed to Demetrius of Phalerum:
“Friends are won by gifts of soul, not gifts of gold.”