Bion of Borysthenes: Quotes about men

Bion of Borysthenes was ancient greek philosopher. Explore interesting quotes on men.
Bion of Borysthenes: 28 quotes2 likes

“Once when Bion was at sea in the company of some wicked men, he fell into the hands of pirates; and when the rest said, "We are undone if we are known," – "But I," said he, "am undone if we are not known."”

Bion of Borysthenes

As quoted by Diogenes Laërtius, iv. 50.

“Good slaves are free, but bad free men are slaves of many passions.”

Bion of Borysthenes

As quoted by Stobaeus, iii.1.18

“The road to Hades is easy to travel; at any rate men pass away with their eyes shut.”

Bion of Borysthenes

As quoted by Diogenes Laërtius, iv. 49.