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Aristotle Quotes

Greek philosopher and student of Plato; founder of the Lyceum and author of the Nicomachean Ethics. (384-322 BCE)

The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

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Knowing yourself is the beginning of all wisdom.

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It is the mark of an educated mind to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it.

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The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.

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Happiness depends upon ourselves.

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Who was Aristotle?

Greek philosopher and student of Plato; founder of the Lyceum and author of the Nicomachean Ethics. This page collects their most famous quotes in one place.

What is the most famous quote by Aristotle?

One of the most quoted lines by Aristotle is: "The whole is greater than the sum of its parts." You will find it and 4 more famous quotes below.

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