769 Quotes by Sophocles

Shame brings no advantage in misfortunes, for silence (of the accused) is the ally of the speaker.

Isn't it the sweetest mockery to mock our enemies?

If you think my acts are foolishness; the foolishness may be in the fools eye.

What people believe prevails over the truth.

I have nothing but contempt for the kind of governor who is afraid, for whatever reason, to follow the course that he knows is best for the State; and as for the man who sets private friendship above the public welfare - I have no use for him either.

If I am young, then you should look not to age but to deeds.

Stubbornness and stupidity are twins.

Whoever gets up and comes to grips with Love like a boxer is a fool.

Money: There's nothing in the world so demoralizing as money.