Aeschylus
525 - 456
5
Quotes
Biography
Aeschylus was an ancient Greek tragedian who is often described as the father of tragedy. He was born in 525/524 BC in Eleusis, a small town near Athens. Aeschylus is known for introducing a second actor to the stage, which allowed for more dynamic interactions and dialogue in his plays. His works, including famous tragedies like 'The Oresteia' and 'Prometheus Bound', explored themes of justice, fate, and the nature of the gods.
Famous Quotes (5)
1
Wisdom comes alone through suffering.
2
In war, truth is the first casualty.
3
Happiness is a choice that requires effort at times.
4
Even in our sleep, pain which cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart until, in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom through the awful grace of God.
5
He who learns must suffer. And even in our sleep pain that cannot forget falls drop by drop upon the heart, and in our own despair, against our will, comes wisdom to us by the awful grace of God.