Thales of Miletus
Considered the first philosopher and scientist, he proposed that water was the fundamental element of the universe.
Quotes by Thales of Miletus
Do not be a rebel, but be obedient.
Do not be a traitor, but be loyal.
Do not be a hypocrite, but be sincere.
Do not be a slanderer, but be truthful.
Do not be a deceiver, but be honest.
Do not be a betrayer, but be faithful.
Do not be a hater, but be a lover.
Do not be an enemy, but be a friend.
Do not be a stranger, but be a citizen.
Do not be a foreigner, but be a native.
Do not be a barbarian, but be a Greek.
Do not be a slave, but be free.
Do not be a poor man, but be rich.
Do not be a sick man, but be healthy.
Do not be an old man, but be young.
Do not be a dead man, but be alive.
Nothing is more active than thought, for it travels over the universe.
Nothing is more ancient than God, for he was never created.
The most beautiful thing is the world, for it is God's creation.
The greatest is space, for it contains all things.