Neighbor Tone

Famous quotes containing the words neighbor and/or tone:

    In the race for wealth, a neighbor tries to outdo his neighbor, but this strife is good for men. For the potter envies potter, and the carpenter the carpenter, and the beggar rivals the beggar, and the singer the singer.
    Hesiod (c. 8th century B.C.)

    When you listen to gongs and drums, listen to the music; when you listen to someone talk, listen to his tone of voice.
    Chinese proverb.