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Quotes by Antisthenes


The most useful piece of learning for the uses of life is to unlearn what is untrue.
– Antisthenes
As iron is eaten away by rust, so the envious are consumed by their own passion.
– Antisthenes
Observe your enemies, for they first find out your faults.
– Antisthenes
Pay attention to your enemies, for they are the first to discover your mistakes.
– Antisthenes
Quarrels often arise in marriages when the bridal gifts are excessive.
– Antisthenes
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.
– Antisthenes
Not to unlearn what you have learned is the most necessary kind of learning.
– Antisthenes