Aristotle Quote: We Live in Deeds

“We live in deeds, not years;

In thoughts, not breaths;

in feelings, not in figures on a dial.

We should count time by heart throbs.

He most lives who thinks most,

feels the noblest, acts the best.” – Aristotle

Comments 1

Candace Staar
January 2, 2020 at 2:14 pm

I have seen this quoted to Philip James Bailey instead. Can you tell me where it originated in Aristotle’s writings?

Reply

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

The mission of the Josephson Institute is, “To improve the ethical quality of society by changing personal and organizational decision making and behavior.” In this space Michael Josephson and the Center for Policing Ethics faculty will provide expert insights and resources to promote professional development and leadership effectiveness of executives and managers and create an ethical business culture which enhances morale, growth, and profitability while reducing risks of costly and reputation damaging lawsuits and scandals.