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Demócrito

Pioneering Pre-Socratic Greek philosopher of atomic theory, Democritus argued that the universe is made of tiny indivisible particles and championed the pursuit of joy through moderation.

Frases de Demócrito

  • “Everything that exists in the universe is the fruit of chance and necessity.”
    Filosófico
  • “By convention sweet, by convention bitter, by convention color; but in reality atoms and void.”
    Teoria Atômica
  • “Happiness resides not in possessions, and not in gold. Happiness dwells in the soul.”
    Ético-Reflexivo
  • “I would rather discover a single cause than become the King of Persia.”
    Valor do Conhecimento
  • “Nature and education are similar, for education transforms man and, in doing so, creates in him a second nature.”
    Educação
  • “Word is the shadow of deed.”
    Aforismo
  • “Man is a small world (microcosm).”
    Cosmológico
  • “Many who have not learned reason live according to reason.”
    Observação Social
  • “Accepting what is due and not desiring what belongs to others is a sign of justice.”
    Justiça
  • “Family discord is the worst of all evils.”
    Conselho Ético

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