Thomas More

Philosopher Statesman Writer English 1478 – 1535

Wrote Utopia and championed humanist ideals before his martyrdom.

386 quotes

"Kindness is the language of the wise."
Kindness
"The world will not be destroyed by those who do evil, but by those who watch them without saying anything."
Motivation
"Life without philosophy is directionless."
Philosophy
"Every man desires to live long, but no man wishes to be old."
Life
"Politicians are not born; they are made."
Politics
"The tree of learning bears the fruit of wisdom."
Knowledge
"Strength is born in the midst of struggle."
Strength
"A humble heart is a wise heart."
"Do good by stealth and blush to find it fame."
Kindness
"The greatest chains are the ones we forge ourselves."
Freedom
"Inspiration comes to those who seek it."
Inspiration
"Learning is a treasure which accompanies its owner everywhere."
Education
"True love sees beyond the surface."
Love
"Perseverance is the path to triumph."
Perseverance
"The best mirror is an old friend."
Friendship
"Success is not the destination; it is the journey."
Success
"Wisdom increases with age."
Wisdom
"The heart that seeks truth will find it."
Truth
"Grace is the gift we cannot earn."
Faith
"Adventure awaits those brave enough to seek it."
Adventure
"Beauty lies in the eyes of the beholder."
Beauty
"Time flies, but memory lingers."
Time
"A curious mind is a young mind."
Imagination
"The harmony of life requires many instruments."
Life
"Courage is fear that has said its prayers."
Courage
"The measure of success is not wealth but character."
Success
"Art teaches us to see with new eyes."
Art
"Hope springs eternal in the human breast."
Hope
"Work is the price of happiness."
Work
"Power corrupts; absolute power corrupts absolutely."
Power