Xenophon

Historian Soldier Ancient Greece 430 – 354

Greek soldier and author who chronicled military campaigns and philosophy.

374 quotes

"A disciplined mind is a free mind."
Freedom
"The richest man is he who desires the least."
Money
"Hope is the companion of virtue."
Hope
"Time reveals all secrets eventually."
Time
"The body grows through exercise; the mind through questioning."
Health
"A moment of courage can change a lifetime."
Inspiration
"The pursuit of truth requires humility."
Truth
"In harmony with nature lies true peace."
Nature
"Every man is the architect of his own fortune."
Motivation
"The art of living is the art of adaptation."
Art
"Those who dream must also labor."
Dreams
"A grateful heart is a wealthy heart."
Gratitude
"The path to excellence is paved with small, consistent efforts."
Perseverance
"Understanding is the bridge between men."
Relationships
"The warrior's greatest weapon is discipline."
War
"In solitude, the soul finds its truest voice."
Solitude
"A society is only as strong as its weakest member."
Justice
"The beginning of wisdom is knowing what you do not know."
Wisdom
"Love of learning is love of life itself."
Love
"The creative mind sees possibilities where others see obstacles."
Creativity
"To command others, one must first command oneself."
Leadership
"A healthy body supports a healthy mind."
Health
"Adventures await those who seek them."
Adventure
"The imagination is humanity's greatest gift."
Imagination
"Faith without action is merely wishful thinking."
Faith
"A man of honor is a man of his word."
Kindness
"Death is the only certainty; life is the only mystery."
Death
"The tongue is a powerful tool; wield it wisely."
Truth
"Progress requires the courage to abandon tradition."
Change
"The strongest bonds are forged in shared struggle."
Friendship