If you want a new idea, read an old book.In Praise of Folly, 1511
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Desiderius Erasmus was a renowned Dutch Renaissance humanist, Catholic priest, and theologian. He is best known for his works that laid the foundation for the Protestant Reformation through his critiques of the Church and advocacy for religious reform. Erasmus was also a prolific writer, producing influential texts like "In Praise of Folly" and translating the New Testament into Greek.
1466–1536·lived 69 years
If you want a new idea, read an old book.In Praise of Folly, 1511
The less talent they have, the more pride, vanity and arrogance they have. All these fools, however, find other fools who applaud them.
Give light, and the darkness will disappear of itself.
When I get a little money I buy books; and if any is left I buy food and clothes.
War is delightful to those who have had no experience of it.The Education of a Christian Prince, 1516
In the kingdom of the blind, the one-eyed man is king.Adagia, 1500
Your library is your paradise.The Correspondence of Erasmus: Letters 1 to 141, 1484-1500, p. 115, 1974
That’s all 7 quotes by Desiderius Erasmus.