Diogenes the Cynic was enjoying a meal of bread and lentils when he was visited by another Greek philosopher. The other philosopher made a handsome living by flattering the local king.
“Diogenes,” said the other, “If you would only learn to flatter the king, you would not have to live on bread and lentils.”
“If you would [...]
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Bread and Lentils – Yum
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