Born in 384 BC, Demosthenes overcame early personal challenges, including the early loss of his father and the mismanagement of his inheritance, to become one of Athens' most influential lawyers and politicians. He distinguished himself through his powerful and persuasive speeches, known as 'Philippics,' in which he warned the Athenians about the Macedonian threat and urged them to resist. Despite his efforts, Athens eventually fell under Macedonian influence. Demosthenes is remembered for his integrity, patriotism, and unparalleled eloquence, serving as a symbol of the struggle for democratic freedom.
Poems List
It is impossible for men engaged in low and groveling pursuits to have noble and generous sentiments. A man’s thought must always follow his employment.
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The easiest thing of all is to deceive one's self for what a man wishes he generally believes to be true.
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There is a great deal of wishful thinking in such cases; it is the easiest thing of all to deceive one’s self.
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The man who has received a benefit ought always to remember it, but he who has granted it ought to forget the fact at once.
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He who confers a favor should at once forget it, if he is not to show a sordid ungenerous spirit. To remind a man of a kindness conferred and to talk of it, is little different from reproach.
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