Great Throughts Treasury

This site is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Alan William Smolowe who gave birth to the creation of this database.

Hasdai Ibn Shaprut

Spanish Jewish Scholar, Physician, Diplomat and Patron of Science

"Your son at five is your master, at ten your slave, at fifteen your double, and after that, your friend or your foe, depending on his bringing up."

"It is not every calamity that is a curse, and early adversity is often a blessing. Surmounted difficulties not only teach, but hearten us in our future struggles."

"If one is cruel to himself, how can we expect him to be compassionate with others?"