THE VOICE OF REASON Solon, (born c. 630 BCE—died c. 560 BCE), Athenian statesman, known as one of the Seven Wise Men of Greece (the others were Chilon of Sparta, Thales of Miletus, Bias of Priene, Cleobulus of Lindos, Pittacus of Mytilene, and Periander of Corinth). Solon ended exclusive aristocratic control of the government, substituted a system of control by the wealthy, and introduced a new and more humane law code. He was also a noted poet.
In all endeavours, sacrifice is required, but what must be sacrificed to get what in return?
If we want success, success in what? And is this endeavour even good for society?
Perhaps prayer should be drafted like a legal claim, precisely stated with get-out clauses.
What is even an Omniscient Supreme Being to do if asked for happiness by someone who does not even know his own mind?
Such requests will be shoved in the low priority pile.
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