Sophocles

"Whoe'er imagines prudence all his own, Or deems that he hath powers to speak and judge Such as none other hath, when they are known, They are found shallow."

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Source: Antigone (c. 442 b.c.).

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Sophocles

Sophocles

Playwright, Philosopher

Sophocles was an ancient Greek playwright known for his tragedies, particularly 'Oedipus Rex,' which explores themes of fate and moral responsibility.

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