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Philosophical literature41 quotes
Wonder is the feeling of a philosopher, and philosophy begins in wonder. — Socrates · 400 BCThe unexamined life is not worth living. — Socrates · 399 BCThe true creator is necessity, who is the mother of our invention. — Socrates · 375 BCDemocracy passes into despotism. — Socrates · 375 BCFor our discussion is about no ordinary matter, but on the right way to conduct our lives. — Socrates · 375 BCI know that I do not know. — Socrates · 399 BCAll 41 quotes →Biography1 quote
How many things I can do without! — Socrates · 399 BCHistorical literature1 quote
Having the fewest wants, I am nearest to the gods. — Socrates · 240