Democritus was an Ancient Greek pre-Socratic philosopher from Abdera, primarily remembered today for his formulation of an atomic theory of the universe. Democritus wrote extensively on a wide variety of topics.
All Quotes by Democritus
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Do not trust all men, but trust men of worth; the former course is silly, the latter a mark of prudence.
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Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold, happiness dwells in the soul.
—Democritus
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Nothing exists except atoms and empty space; everything else is opinion.
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Men should strive to think much and know little.
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[I would] rather discover one cause than gain the kingdom of Persia.
