5 Quotes
Socrates on Life
Socratic wisdom on how to live a meaningful and virtuous life.
Socrates
Ancient Greek Philosophy
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“The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less.”
— Socrates
Attributed
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“He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.”
— Socrates
Attributed
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“Be kind, for everyone you meet is fighting a hard battle.”
— Socrates
Attributed (also to Plato and others)
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“The only good is knowledge and the only evil is ignorance.”
— Socrates
Diogenes Laertius
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“To find yourself, think for yourself.”
— Socrates
Attributed
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