Plutarch

“The omission of good is no less reprehensible than the commission of evil.”

“Courage stands halfway between cowardice and rashness, one of which is a lack, the other an excess of courage.”

“The real destroyer of the liberties of the people is he who spreads among them bounties, donations and benefits.”

“Medicine to produce health must examine disease; and music, to create harmony must investigate discord.”

“In words are seen the state of mind and character and disposition of the speaker.”

“Forgetfulness transforms every occurrence into a non-occurrence.”