Lycurgus

Lawgiver Ancient Greece

Legendary Spartan lawgiver who established the rigid military state system.

389 quotes

"The only thing constant in life is change."
Change
"Adventure is worthwhile in itself."
Adventure
"Technology is best when it brings people together."
Technology
"War is the refuge of the incompetent."
War
"Peace is the highest good."
Peace
"A child's life is like a piece of paper on which every person leaves a mark."
Family
"The family is the basis of society."
Family
"Love is the most powerful force in the universe."
Love
"Faith is the belief in things not yet seen."
Faith
"The path to enlightenment is walked alone."
Solitude
"Solitude is the profoundest fact of the human condition."
Solitude
"Leadership is not about being in charge; it's about taking care of those in your charge."
Leadership
"The measure of leadership is not the position you hold but the problems you solve."
Leadership
"Work is love made visible."
Work
"The greatest wealth is health."
Health
"Death is not the opposite of life, but part of it."
Death
"To live is to risk everything."
Life
"Inspiration is for amateurs; the rest of us just get to work."
Inspiration
"The obstacle is the way."
Perseverance
"Do not seek to follow in the footsteps of the ancients; seek what they sought."
Philosophy
"Words are powerful; use them wisely."
Truth
"Honesty is the best policy."
Truth
"The truth will set you free."
Truth
"A lie has no legs."
Truth
"Relationships are based on trust, not promises."
Relationships
"Love is patient, love is kind."
Love
"The heart has its reasons which reason knows nothing of."
Love
"Life is the most precious gift."
Life
"Make your life a masterpiece."
Life
"Every moment is a fresh beginning."
Hope