"In all things of nature there is something of the marvelous."
I have used this quote a few times before but it is one of my favorites, and whenever I see something in nature that I find absolutely awesome, it’s definitely my go-to. The new plant is called Early Meadow Rue.
Aristotle (384-322 BC) was an ancient Greek philosopher and polymath. As the founder of the Peripatetic school of philosophy in the Lyceum in Athens, he began the wider Aristotelian tradition that followed, which set the groundwork for the development of modern science. Little is known about Aristotle's life. He was born in the city of Stagira in northern Greece during the Classical period. His father, Nicomachus, died when Aristotle was a child, and he was brought up by a guardian. At 17 or 18, he joined Plato's Academy in Athens and remained there until the age of 37 (c. 347 BC). Shortly after Plato died, Aristotle left Athens and, at the request of Philip II of Macedon, tutored Philip’s son Alexander the Great beginning in 343 BC. He established a library in the Lyceum, which helped him to produce many of his hundreds of books on papyrus scrolls.
I found all this information on Aristotle at this link.
Alexander The Great was the son of Aristotle! I sure didn't know this! This is a sweet and unusual looking plant.
ReplyDeletePhilip was Alexander’s father Ginny, Aristotle was his teacher :) I was taken with that plant also. Always enjoy spotting these things when out and about, and have fun finding out what they are.
DeleteThat quote is so very true. Then and now.
ReplyDeleteYes indeed, thank you Sue :)
DeleteGreat teachers of ancient Greece, Aristotle and Plato!
ReplyDeleteThe largest university in Thessaloniki is named after A.P.Th. (Aristotle University of Thessaloniki).
Thanks for the info and links Denise!
Very much so Katerina :) and I am always in wonder, and so grateful, that this historical information was written down for us to learn about them. Thank you for the information also. Very interesting !
DeleteIndeed there is Denise.
ReplyDeleteThank you Margaret :) always.
DeleteGreen is my favorite colour. Lush green especially
ReplyDeleteIt’s a beautiful color, my husband’s favorite too :) Lush green in nature is also something of the marvelous.
DeleteHow marvellous it is that all these centuries later we still quote Aristotle and wonder at the wisdom of his words.
ReplyDeleteI couldn’t agree more Janice :) It truly is amazing!
DeleteThat quote is fantastic and it goes so well with the photo.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ann, a favorite quote and no doubt one I will use again :)
DeleteLovely quote and post. Thanks for your visit and kind words.
ReplyDeleteThank you e and you are very welcome :) always enjoy visiting you. I am very behind in things since my blog break but catching up ever so slowly.
DeleteHappy Sunday to you, I'm feeling rather cultured now having had Plate and Aristotle in my day!
ReplyDeleteWren x
Thank you Wren and the same to you :) Thank you for the smile x
DeleteLovely quote
ReplyDeleteHappy you think so Christine, thank you :)
DeleteLovely image and quote. Nature is marvelous. Take care, have a great day and happy week!
ReplyDeleteThank you Eileen, totally agree and I wish you a great day and happy weekend :)
DeleteDid you know Alexander the Great was only 32 when he died? Imagine doing all that he did at such a young age.
ReplyDeleteSo young and how very sad. Yes, hard to imagine all he accomplished and absolutely amazing. Thanks Sandi :)
DeleteI wonder what Aristotle would think of typing and writing on Ipads... also wonder what quote he would make about them....
ReplyDeleteI think he would love this technology :) what quote indeed!
DeleteThat's a lovely quote and at this time of year when the world is waking, all the more special!
ReplyDeleteVery special indeed, thanks Jeanie :)
DeleteGood Morning Denise
ReplyDeleteI had a glorious 45 min, 1.6 mile walk thru our neighborhood this week.
I agree with MS's comment. I still remember the first fax machine which I thought was out of this world...little did I know all of the technology that would follow
Hugs cecilia
Sounds wonderful Cecilia :) your comment made me smile as I remembered being amazed at such things in our own lifetime. And we have only touched the tip of the iceberg. Sending hugs!
DeleteLove the quote...
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Donna
That’s great, thank you Donna and sending hugs :)
DeleteAfter all this Aristotle did not Have any high tech lab equipment to enhance his vision.
ReplyDeleteWhen you put it like that, even more amazing :) Thanks Red!
DeleteHappy Sunday. That green on green is pretty.
ReplyDeleteThank you Ellen :) happy Sunday to you too though because I am so late answering, we will be heading into another weekend soon. I hope it is a great one for you. Yes, I love the green in this photo. Everything was so new and vibrant that day.
DeleteWhenever I see something amazing in nature, I think of this quote. The new plant, Early Meadow Rue, reminded me of it. Aristotle, the ancient Greek philosopher, founded the Lyceum and tutored Alexander the Great. He laid the groundwork for modern science.
ReplyDeleteIt’s the same with me Melody :) Isn’t Aristotle amazing?
DeleteThat quote is just so true!
ReplyDeleteCouldn’t agree more Rose, thank you :)
DeleteBeautiful image, great quote!
ReplyDeleteThank you Linda :) glad you enjoyed.
DeleteThis quote is wonderful.....and so very true.
ReplyDelete~Sheri
Thank you Sheri, totally agree :)
DeleteI like that quote :)
ReplyDeleteAll the best Jan
So glad :) Thank you Jan and all the best to you too.
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