415 Quotes by Aesop

A Fox entered the house of an actor and, rummaging through all his properties, came upon a Mask, an admirable imitation of a human head. He placed his paws on it and said, "What a beautiful head! Yet it is of no value, as it entirely lacks brains."

The loiterer often imputes delay to his more active friend.

The grateful heart will always find opportunities to show its gratitude.

Appearances are deceptive.

Benefits bestowed upon the evil-disposed, increase their means of injuring you.

Whoever neglects old friends for the sake of new deserves what e gets if he loses both

Kindness is more persuasive than force.

What's bred in the bone will stick to the flesh.

Gratitude is the sign of noble souls.