The Seven Sages

Cleobulus of Lindos - "Moderation is the best thing."
Solon of Athens - "Keep everything with moderation."
Chilon of Sparta - "You should not desire the impossible."
Bias of Priene - "Most men are bad."
Thales of Miletus - "Know thyself."
Pittacus of Mytilene - You should know which opportunities to choose."
Periander of Corinth - "Be farsighted with everything."

Sculpture by Fausto Melotti, 1901-1986