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Antisthenes Quotes


A Greek philosopher and a pupil of Socrates.
Antisthenes was a Greek philosopher and a pupil of Socrates. Antisthenes first learned rhetoric under Gorgias before becoming an ardent disciple of Socrates. He adopted and developed the ethical side of Socrates' teachings, advocating an ascetic life lived in accordance with virtue. Later writers regarded him as the founder of Cynic philosophy.

Here are some famous quotes by Antisthenes.

Quarrels often arise in marriages when the bridal gifts are excessive.

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The investigation of the meaning of words is the beginning of education.

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There are only two people who can tell you the truth about yourself-an enemy who has lost his temper and a friend who loves you dearly.