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
The most just of things is necessity, for it is irresistible.
The best of things is virtue, for without it there is nothing good.
The most difficult thing is to know yourself.
The easiest thing is to give advice.
The most pleasant thing is to achieve what you desire.
Live well, and you will die well.
Avoid idleness.
Be moderate in all things.
The beginning is the most important part of the work.
Hope is the only good that is common to all men; those who have nothing else possess hope.
The sun is a fiery mass.
The moon is earthy.
He was the first to predict eclipses of the sun.
The stars are made of earth.
The universe is animated and full of divinities.
Everything is from water and everything returns to water.
The soul is a moving force.
The world is one.
The principle of all things is water.
The world is full of gods.