Demosthenes Quotes

There is one safeguard known generally to the wise, which is an advantage and security to all, but especially to democracies as against despots. What is it? Distrust.

~ Demosthenes

Small opportunities are often the beginning of great enterprises.

~ Demosthenes

Nothing is easier than self-deceit. For what each man wishes, that he also believes to be true.

~ Demosthenes

The readiest and surest way to get rid of censure, is to correct ourselves.

~ Demosthenes

Prudent minds have as a natural gift one safeguard which is
the common possession of all, and this applies especially
to the dealings of democracies. What is this safeguard?
Skepticism. This you must preserve. This you must retain.
If you can keep this, you need fear no harm.

~ Demosthenes