We Greeks believe that a man who takes no part in public affairs is not merely lazy, but good for nothing Autor: Thucydides Copy Quote More from Thucydides “Mankind are tolerant of the praises of others as long as each hearer thinks tha…” “For ourselves, we shall not trouble you with specious pretences- either of how …” “este evident ca atat omul, cat si Zeii, oriunde dispun de putere si-o exercita …” “It is frequently a misfortune to have very brilliant men in charge of affairs. …”