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Pittacus of Mytilene
Pittacus of Mytilene was a military general and one of the Seven Sages of Greece.
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politics · Ancient Greek philosopher and politician · philosopher · politician · military personnel · also Pittacus of Mytilene, Pittacus, Mytilene
Born 650 BC · Died 570 BC · Q311835
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“[It] is a hard thing to be a good man.”
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“Even the gods cannot strive against necessity.”
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“Do not reproach a man with his misfortunes, fearing lest Nemesis may overtake you.”
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“Forbear to speak evil not only of your friends, but also of your enemies.”
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“Do not say beforehand what you are going to do; for if you fail, you will be laughed at.”
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