Theophrastus
Considered the 'father of botany' for his detailed descriptions and classifications of plants in his works 'Enquiry into Plants' and 'On the Causes of Plants'.
Quotes by Theophrastus
The good of the individual is subordinate to the good of the state.
Education is the foundation of a good society.
Rhetoric is the art of persuasion.
Poetry is an imitation of life.
History is philosophy teaching by example.
The earth is a sphere.
The moon causes the tides.
The sun is the source of all light and heat.
There are four elements: earth, air, fire, and water.
The study of nature is a source of great pleasure.
The most beautiful things are the most difficult to attain.
The wise man knows that he knows nothing.
The greatest good is to live according to nature.
All things are in flux.
The end of all knowledge is action.
The true measure of a man is how he treats those who can do him no good.
The only constant is change.