Theophrastus Quotes

"We must consider the distinctive characters and the general nature of plants from the point of view of their morphology , their behavior under external conditions, their mode of generation, and the whole course of their life."
- Theophrastus
(Related: Life, Nature, Behavior, Plants)

"An orator without judgment is a horse without a bridle."
- Theophrastus
(Related: Judgment)

"One may define flattery as a base companionship which is most advantageous to the flatterer."
- Theophrastus
(Related: Companionship, Flattery, May)

"The man of petty ambition if invited to dinner will be eager to be set next his host."
- Theophrastus
(Related: Ambition, Man, Will)

"Time is the most valuable thing a man can spend."
- Theophrastus
(Related: Time, Man)