John Bartlett (1820–1905). Familiar Quotations, 10th ed. 1919.
9091 Diogenes Laërtius fl early 3d ent John Bartlett
| NUMBER: | 9091 |
| AUTHOR: | Diogenes Laërtius (fl. early 3d cent.) |
| QUOTATION: | Solon gave the following advice: “Consider your honour, as a gentleman, of more weight than an oath. Never tell a lie. Pay attention to matters of importance.” |
| ATTRIBUTION: | Solon. xii. |