Quote #148
The secret to humor is surprise.
More from Aristotle
- The roots of education are bitter, but the fruit is sweet.
- The soul never thinks without a picture.
- The only stable state is the one in which all men are equal before the law.
- The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival.
- The one exclusive sign of thorough knowledge is the power of teaching.
- The virtue of justice consists in moderation, as regulated by wisdom.
- The most perfect political community is one in which the middle class is in control, and outnumbers both of the other classes.
- The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few things for which he cares sufficiently; but he is willing, i…