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“Do not seek evil gains; evil gains are the equivalent of disaster”

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Hesiod

Hesiod, an ancient Greek poet, whose birth and death dates are unknown. He is an important figure in Greek literature, known for his epic works 'Works and Days' and 'Theogony'. more

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