If one is strong be also merciful, so that one's neighbors may respect one rather than fear one. Chilon of Sparta More Quotes by Chilon of Sparta More Quotes From Chilon of Sparta Do not let one's tongue outrun one's sense. Chilon of Sparta outruntonguegood-life If you confer a benefit, never remember it; if you receive one, never forget it. Chilon of Sparta benefitskindnessremember Prefer punishment to disgraceful gain; for the one is painful but once, but the other for one's whole life. Chilon of Sparta punishmentgainspainful Do nothing immoderate. Chilon of Sparta What is difficult? To keep a secret, to employ leisure well, to be able to bear an injury. Chilon of Sparta leisureablesecret The tongue should not be suffered to outrun the mind. Chilon of Sparta tongueshouldmind A youthful age is desirable, but aged youth is troublesome and grievous. Chilon of Sparta troublesomeyouthage As the touchstone tries gold, so gold tries men. Chilon of Sparta goldtryingmen Do not make too much haste on one's road. Chilon of Sparta good-lifehastetoo-much Learn how to regulate one's own house well. Chilon of Sparta good-lifewellshouse When strong, be merciful, if you would have the respect, not the fear of your neighbors. Chilon of Sparta strengthstrongpeace
