The wise man must be wise before, not after, the event. Epicharmus of Kos More Quotes by Epicharmus of Kos More Quotes From Epicharmus of Kos Only mind has sight and hearing; all things else are deaf and blind. Epicharmus of Kos deaf-and-blind sight mind Judgement, not passion should prevail. Epicharmus of Kos passion judgement should The gods sell to us all the goods which they give us. Epicharmus of Kos goods cost giving It is the understanding that sees and hears; it is the understanding that improves everything, that orders everything, and that acts, rules, and reigns. Epicharmus of Kos reign understanding order