“It was the principle of this Court that deterrent laws, however strict, are useless without positive moral discipline; that the happiness of citizens depends, not on having the walls of their porticoes covered with laws, but on having justice in their hearts.”
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Isocrates, a renowned Greek orator and philosopher, lived from 436 BC to 338 BC. He is known for his eloquence and profound philosophical thoughts, being one of the founders of Greek rhetorical theory. Isocrates advocated for the cultivation of moral and intellectual virtues in citizens through education, emphasizing personal修养 and social responsibility. more
“You want an experience to leave you cleansed, refreshed, and forgiven.”
“Discipline without direction is drudgery.”
“Peace requires a discipline more iron than war. - Easter, 1939”
“A hunter is an exceptionally disciplined man, for the parameters of his livelihood are precise.”