10 quotes
king of Macedonia and conqueror of Achaemenid Persia (356–323 BC)
“I am not afraid of an army of lions led by a sheep I am afraid of an army of sheep led by a lion.”
"A tomb now suffices him for whom the whole world was not sufficient."
on Death
"Whatever possession we gain by our sword cannot be sure or lasting, but the love gained by kindness and moderation is certain and durable."
on Wisdom
"I am indebted to my father for living, but to my teacher for living well."
"An army of sheep led by a lion is better than an army of lions led by a sheep."
on Leadership
"I had rather excel others in the knowledge of what is excellent, than in the extent of my power and dominion."
"For my own part, I would rather excel in knowledge of the highest secrets of philosophy than in arms."
on Knowledge
"A tomb now suffices him for whom the world was not enough.]"
"There is nothing impossible to him who will try."
on Courage
"I am dying from the treatment of too many physicians."
on Health
