Words of Wisdom – August 6, 2010
Yesterday I mentioned Epictetus, the Greek stoic philosopher. I thought another comment from the former lame slave would be useful. “Unless we place our religion and our treasure in the same thing, religion will always be sacrificed.” Jesus said, “Do not lay up for yourselves treasures on earth, where moth and rust destroy and where […]
Words of Wisdom – August 5, 2010
Epictetus was a slave, born in AD 55 as a slave. He was apparently lame from birth but eventually did earn his freedom and became a teacher of philosophy. Is wise advice is useful especially today: “If you understand this you will know peace. Some things are within the power of your control and some […]
Words of Wisdom – August 3, 2010
Mike Ditka (1939 – ) is one of the greatest coaches in the NFL. He coached the famed Chicago Bears in the mid 80’s and carried them to 6 division titles and three trips to the NFC championship. In 1986 his team beat the Patriots in the Superbowl. He later coached at New Orleans and […]
Worth Quoting
“Admonish thy friends in secret, praise them openly.” -Publilius Syrus, circa 46 BC
