Moral habits, induced by public practices, are far quicker in making their way into men's private lives, than the failings and faults of individuals are in infecting the city at large.
Plutarch quote Neither blame or praise yourself.
Plutarch quote No man ever wetted clay and then left it, as if there would be bricks by chance and fortune.
Plutarch quote Character is simply habit long continued.
Plutarch quote Do not speak of your happiness to one less fortunate than yourself.
Plutarch quote I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.
Plutarch quote I would rather excel in the knowledge of what is excellent, than in the extent of my power and possessions.
Plutarch quote In words are seen the state of mind and character and disposition of the speaker.
Plutarch quote Biography
Greek philosopher, 46-120
