Quotes by Theophrastus

About Theophrastus:

Theophrastus is often considered the "father of botany" for his works on plants. After his death, the Athenians honoured him with a public funeral. His successor as head of the school was Strato of Lampsacus.
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One may define flattery as a base companionship which is most advantageous to the flatterer.

Theophrastus

The man of petty ambition if invited to dinner will be eager to be set next his host.

Theophrastus

An orator without judgment is a horse without a bridle.

Theophrastus

Ah, yes, superstition: it would appear to be cowardice in face of the supernatural.

Theophrastus

Superstition would seem to be simply cowardice in regard to the supernatural.

Theophrastus

We must consider the distinctive characters and the general nature of plants from the point of view of their morphology , their behavior under external conditions, their mode of generation, and the whole course of their life.

Theophrastus

Time is the most valuable thing a man can spend.

Theophrastus

Author Bio

  • NameTheophrastus
  • Descriptionancient greek philosopher
  • Born371 BCE
  • Died287 BCE
  • CountryAncient Greece
  • ProfessionBotanist; Physicist; Philosopher