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ΜΗΔΕΝ ΑΓΑΝ

Nothing in excess.

Delphic maxim, Delphic inscription (Plato, Protagoras 343b)

ΜΗΔΕΝ ΑΓΑΝ

The source

"Nothing in excess." Delphic maxim said it in Delphic inscription (Plato, Protagoras 343b). Translated from the original Greek by Spartan Surfers.

"Nothing too much"

Original Greek, Delphic inscription (Plato, Protagoras 343b). Rendered from the ancient Greek; print the Greek with the English.

Who said it

The Seven Sages (6th century BC). Thales, Pittacus, Cleobulus, Periander and the other sages whose maxims were carved at Delphi.

Questions

Who said "Nothing in excess."?
Delphic maxim (6th century BC). Source: Delphic inscription (Plato, Protagoras 343b).
What is the original Greek?
Nothing too much. Translated from the original Greek by Spartan Surfers.
Is "Nothing in excess." on a shirt?
Yes. It is printed on our snapback, from $42, with free US shipping.

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