Those who have virtue always in their mouths, and neglect it in practice, are like a harp, which emits a sound pleasing to others, while itself is insensible of the music.

On being asked by someone how he could become famous, Diogenes responded: 'By worrying as little as possible about fame

The great thieves lead away the little thief.

Discourse on virtue and they pass by in droves. Whistle and dance the shimmy, and you've got an audience.

I am Diogenes the Dog. I nuzzle the kind, bark at the greedy and bite scoundrels.

The most beautiful thing in the world is freedom of speech.

Aristotle was once asked what those who tell lies gain by it. Said he - That when they speak truth they are not believed.