199 Quotes by Pythagoras

Consider before acting, to avoid foolishness. It is the worthless man who speaks and acts thoughtlessly.

Be silent, or say something better than silence

The oldest, shortest words 'yes' and 'no' - are those which require the most thought.

Choices are the hinges of destiny.

As he who wishes the best fruit must pay attention to the land, so must the greatest attention be paid to the soul it fit is to produce fruits worthy of its nature.

Sobriety is the strength of the soul, for it preserves its reason unclouded by passion.

For as long as men massacre animals, they will kill each other. Indeed, he who sows the seed of murder and pain cannot reap joy and love.

No man is free who cannot command himself.

A fool is known by his speech; and a wise man by silence.