Those who can think, but cannot express what they think, place themselves at the level of those who cannot think.

- Pericles

Having knowledge but lacking the power to express it clearly is no better than never having any ideas at all.

- Pericles

I am more afraid of our own mistakes than of our enemies' designs.

- Pericles

Better die standing than live kneeling.

- Pericles

Freedom is the sure possession of those alone who have the courage to defend it.

- Pericles

Our form of government does not enter into rivalry with the institutions of others. Our government does not copy our neighbors', but is an example to…

- Pericles

We do not say that a man who takes no interest in public affairs is a man who minds his own business. We say he has no business being here at all.

- Pericles

Just because you do not take an interest in politics doesn't mean politics won't take an interest in you!

- Pericles

Those who can truly be accounted brave are those who best know the meaning of what is sweet in life and what is terrible, and then go out, undeterred…

- Pericles