Antisthenes

The Greek philosopher Antisthenes (ca. 450-360 B.C.) was a devoted student and follower of Socrates and is credited with founding the Cynic Sect, which exerted great influence on the course of popular philosophy throughout antiquity

5 Quotes

We must not contradict, but instruct him that contradicts us; for a madman is not cured by another running mad also.

Antisthenes

Observe your enemies, for they first find out your faults.

Antisthenes

Serve 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

As iron is eaten away by rust, so the envious are consumed by their own passion.

Antisthenes