The Proverbs (Οι Παροιμίες)

-From the Meletic Scrolls.

Within the philosophy of Meleticism, there are words of wisdom that are called in Greek (Oi Paroimíes). They are equivalent to proverbs. These proverbs are only a few of many more that enrich the teachings and practice of Meleticism. Life is meant to be understood within its simplicity, and wisdom makes us more conscious about the presence of the soul and self.

1. Man is first a foe unto himself.
Meaning: At times, our greater obstacles and burdens are created by us.

2. Wisdom is the ambrosia that feeds man knowledge
Meaning: Without wisdom, our knowledge is incomplete.

3. Build your inner temple, before it crumbles into pieces.
Meaning: Strengthen the body with the pillars of conviction.

4. Be true to yourself and life shall reward you with enlightenment.
Meaning: Discover the depth of the inner self and soul.

5. A man must be whole to understand his soul.
Meaning: Awaken consciousness and realise the journey in life.

6. Surrender the ego, before you surrender to it.
Meaning: The influence of the ego is present and imposing.

7. Live life to the fullest, and you shall find true happiness.
Meaning: Appreciate the simplicity of life, and it never take it for granted.

8. No man should rule over another man as a god.
Meaning: Humble the self and reflect the betterment of humanity.

9. Search for your path, amidst the darkness of uncertainties.
Meaning: Be inspired to seek the fulfilment of goals.

10. Virtues define our character.
Meaning: Build the self with meaning and attachment.

11. Vices corrupt the self.
Meaning: Avoid the influence of the ego and stray from its grasp.

12. Be the master of your will.
Meaning: Be conscious of the power that we possess from within.

13. Give and you shall reap more.
Meaning: Value diligence and commitment.

14. Think twice before you err once.
Meaning: Ponder decisions before acting.

15. Misery must never forsake your happiness.
Meaning: Establish the true meaning of life.

16. Be the voice to your consciousness.
Meaning: Express thoughts through reasoning.

17. Greed is envy and envy is the ego.
Meaning: Heed the lesson that materialism is a selfish desire.

18. Sacrifice is the ultimate relinquishment.
Meaning: The hardest thing to let go has the best result.

19. Truth is what sets a man free.
Meaning: Enlighten the mind with just principles.

20. Philosophy is the language of wise men.
Meaning: Explore the depth of knowledge.

21. It is easier to succumb to the taste of vengeance than thirst.
Meaning: Evokes the rationality of the self.

22. There is no greater imperfection than the concept of perfection.
Meaning: Conveys the idea that perfection is an illusion.

23. A lie is just another name for deceit.
Meaning: Appreciate the truth and honesty.

24. Covet not what the body tempts the mind.
Meaning: Be aware of unnecessary desires that are not healthy.

25. Gods are created by men who are powerful or powerless.
Meaning: Men have true authority over themselves.

26. Words are either from ignorance or intelligence.
Meaning: Words epitomise the importance of knowledge.

27. Do not regret what cannot be changed.
Meaning: Remember to live in the present than past.

28. Find serenity in hope and hope in life.
Meaning: Strive in effort for a better future afterwards.

29. Death has many names, but only one outcome.
Meaning: Accept the eventuality of mortality.

30. A man who is good in his deeds is a man full of virtuousness.
Meaning: Character is built by the accomplishment of virtues.

31. When a man falters to his whims, he craves more his desires and less his humbleness.
Meaning: Distinguish the temptation between good and bad.

32. Cherish every day spent on living than complaining.
Meaning: We are not truly entitled anything.

33. No man is entitled a throne by mere birth.
Meaning: See the falsehood of man's superiority.

34. Give your best and learn the lesson of diligence.
Meaning: Motivate the self and consider its worth.

35. Meditation is the way to enlightening the mind.
Meaning: Connect the mind, body and soul as one being.

36. Treat others, as you would want to be treated.
Meaning: Show respect and follow an ethical path.

37. Be the philosopher and not the fool.
Meaning: Be wise towards others in their presence.

38. When you fall into despair, seek the guidance of the soul.
Meaning: Find hope and purpose in life.

39. Be humble before others and others shall humble themselves.
Meaning: Recognise the need of others before our own.

40. Listen to the voice of reason.
Meaning: Adhere to the practice and usage of intellect.

41. Silence is the absence of sound, but not the absence of presence.
Meaning: Acknowledge the activity of the senses.

42. Empower the self and you shall master the ego.
Meaning: Demonstrate the will to overcome unnecessary temptations.

43. Do not walk behind your shadow.
Meaning: Be mindful of the burdens that linger in us.

44. Find purpose in your actions.
Meaning: Set a path that can be truly achieved.

45. Courage must be gained and not given.
Meaning: Never forsake the self amidst any adversity.

46. Fear not the image of death, for it cannot harm you, if you accept its fate.
Meaning: Embrace life and its final destination.

47. Nature is the breath of life.
Meaning: Never forget the essential things of simplicity.

48. To err in life is to acknowledge one's imperfections.
Meaning: Have self-awareness and self-acceptance.

49. Speak with words that reflect the truth and not deception.
Meaning: Be wiser than become a hypocrite.

50. Belief in the One is the many of existential things.
Meaning: Maintain unity with (To Ένa) and know its abundance.

51. Look beyond the image that reflects you and you shall find the
core of your soul.
Meaning: Care less about perfection and more about truths.

52. Do not succumb to your ego, for it shall destroy the self and lead you astray.
Meaning: Heed the self more than the whims of impermanence.

53. Wisdom is much more than the knowledge that you shall seek; it is the nourishment of the mind.
Meaning: Do not forsake intellect to fruitless endeavours.

54. Think not once, not twice, but thrice before you attach meaning to the relevance of something.
Meaning: Remember to be wiser than to be too precipitous in actions.

55. To discover the supreme good in ourselves, we must first recognise the good of our human nature.
Meaning: Be cognisant that we possess benevolence.

56. Eudaimonia can be expressed in manifold forms, but it can only be reached in its purest form through the pursuit of living.
Meaning: Seek fulfilment in the simplicity of things we value.

57. In virtues, one shall unveil one's innermost truth.
Meaning: Display character through deeds committed.

58. The body is the vessel to the mind, the soul is the realisation of self.
Meaning: Be reminded that we are composed of several things.

59. It is in the ousia that our existence is revealed to us as being universal.
Meaning: Never forget that mortality is not the end to existence.

60. Time is either the past or present, for it can never be the future that we have not yet lived.
-Meaning: Accept life for what it is, instead of what it cannot be.

61. Find solace in the joy of life than dwelling in the misery of doubt.
Meaning: Seek fulfilment in things that please us than torment us.

62. Man must be beholden to his self first than to the desires of the body.
-Meaning: Recognise first virtues then mere pleasures.

63. Temperance is a sign of strength than weakness.
Meaning: Be mindful of the virtue of patience.

64. Before you act on your desires, contemplate the consequences.
Meaning: Learn from mistakes and do not repeat them again.

65. The world is only the image of our creation.
Meaning: Do not forget to see the true nature of materiality.

66. To forsake the soul is is to forsake the self.
Meaning: Be united in the depth of the oneness.

67. Fate is the ultimate path to one's truth.
Meaning: Accept the permanence of mortality.

68. Belief in oneself is the revelation of the will.
Meaning: Do not be reduced to what others think.

69. To accept death is to embrace life.
Meaning: Live life to the fullest without any regrets.

70. There is no greater fulfilment than the path to enlightenment.
Meaning: Follow the presence of consciousness and the soul.

71. Think not of the dead in the past, but remember them in the present.
Meaning: Preserve the memories of loved ones as they should be considered.

72. The semblance of nature is as vast as the cosmos.
Meaning: Think of the immensity of the present reality.

73. When we breathe life, we are
experiencing the soul.
Meaning: Never forget that the essence of life is within us.

74. Serenity is a state of mind that is reached through consciousness.
Meaning: Traverse the high tides of thoughts to reach equanimity.

75. Never heed the temptation of greed, for it shall consume you like a flame.
Meaning: Do not covet the the things that will cause downfall.

76. Allow your wisdom to grow with the seed of knowledge.
Meaning: Do not be satisfied with what we presume to only know.

77. Ire is the worst of vengeance, for it knows no limits.
Meaning: Do not falter to the whims of madness.

78. Morality is not man's judgement, but man's truth.
Meaning: Be impartial in the ethics the practised.

79. Through the expression of words, we learn to value the meaning of philosophy.
Meaning: Be mindful of capability to reason.

80. There is no worse crime than the crime of passion.
Meaning: Do not allow mental clarity to be so easily disrupted.

81. There is an inherent beauty in things that few people understand their nature.
Meaning: Be more conscious about the wonders of the surrounding world.

82. Until we learn to value life, we cannot value ourselves.
Meaning: Cherish every moment and experience the greatest joys shared.

83. The power of the mind is as equal to the power of the will.
Meaning: Do not take for granted the ability of rationality.

84. Be content with what you have than what you do not have.
Meaning: Treasure the things that have value and meaning.

85. Philosophy is both the expression of the mind and intellect.
Meaning: Embrace the true knowledge of wisdom.

86. Rational desires must never become irrational urges.
Meaning: Do not succumb to fleeting temptations.

87. To be wise is to know that not everything can be understood with just words.
Meaning: Learn everything about life and its reality.

88. A good deed is measured by what we learn from that deed.
Meaning: Reflect on the weight of actions committed.

89. Life should never be more than what we only desire from it.
Meaning: See the simplicity of things that are meaningful.

90. It is better to heed the truth than the whispers of falsehood.
Meaning: Do not believe in hearsay that has no validity.

91. Do not speak in riddles, but in words of wisdom.
Meaning: Always speak the truth that is worthy of knowledge.

92. Evil is seen in the actions of many, and good in actions of the few.
Meaning: Do not follow in the footsteps of others who lead us astray.

93. Wealth is an illusion of one's greed.
Meaning: Do not pursue materiality over virtues.

94. Judge not by the books of zealots, but by our wisdom.
Meaning: Do not heed the words of self-righteousness.

95. Find strength in perseverance and you shall prevail over ignorance.
Meaning: Remain steadfast in will and wisdom.

96. One who follows blind devotion shall remain lost.
Meaning: Do not believe so easily in what others believe.

97. A god is only powerful, when one makes him powerful.
Meaning: Remember that we do need to give worship so blindly.

98. Existence is evidence of the One, and we are the multiplicity of existence.
Meaning: Realise that life begins and ends with a power greater than us.

99. Find solace amidst the face of adversity.
Meaning: Confront hardships knowing that we have the strength to suceed.

100. The material world is merely our creation.
Meaning: Be reminded that we are innovators of our thoughts and reality.

101. The soul listens when the mind is silent.
Meaning: Deep truths emerge in stillness, beyond mental noise.

102. He who walks with To Ena fears no shadow.
Meaning: Alignment with the One brings inner peace and courage.

103. Meditation is not escape; it is arrival.
Meaning: Meditation connects us to the present and the true self.

104. What is unseen by the eyes may be clear to the soul.
Meaning: Intuition and inner vision reveal truths the senses cannot.

105. Virtue is not taught; it is remembered.
Meaning: Virtues are innate and reawakened through awareness.

106. The cosmos flows through those who accept stillness.
Meaning: Stillness aligns us with the universal rhythm.

107. A wise mind doubts with grace, not with pride.
Meaning: Humble questioning opens the path to wisdom.

108. To Ena is not above or below—it is within.
Meaning: The One is an internal presence, not a distant force.

109. He who observes nature observes himself.
Meaning: Nature reflects our inner world and reveals harmony.

110. To walk in balance is to honor both the body and the soul.
Meaning: True awareness requires care for both physical and spiritual dimensions.

111. Clarity arrives when expectation departs.
Meaning: Letting go of expectations clears the mind for truth.

112. The first virtue is to listen without wanting to speak.
Meaning: Listening deeply cultivates wisdom and humility.

113. Nothing pure emerges without perseverance.
Meaning: Endurance is essential for cultivating goodness and truth.

114. The mind that wanders learns the boundaries of its own prison.
Meaning: Exploring thoughts helps reveal the limits of mental patterns.

115. Time bends to those who live consciously.
Meaning: Awareness transforms time into meaningful presence.

116. Words are echoes; actions are truths.
Meaning: True character is shown through deeds, not speech.

117. The soul finds weight in a life without reflection.
Meaning: Without introspection, the soul becomes burdened and lost.

118. Where there is virtue, there is light.
Meaning: Virtuous living brings inner illumination and clarity.

119. He who sees unity in chaos has begun to understand the One.
Meaning: Seeing harmony in disorder is a sign of deeper awareness.

120. Fortitude is not loud: it is enduring.
Meaning: Strength lies in quiet resilience, not force.

121. Silence is not emptiness: it is the womb of thought.
Meaning: Silence gives birth to meaningful insights.

122. To know the self is to touch eternity.
Meaning: Self-awareness opens the path to the eternal.

123. The truth does not shout; it waits.
Meaning: Truth is patient and subtle, revealed through inner clarity.

124. Desire builds walls; awareness tears them down.
Meaning: Wanting blinds us; awareness frees us.

125. The highest prayer is observation.
Meaning: Attentiveness is a sacred act of communion with existence.

126. Every virtue is a mirror of the soul’s light.
Meaning: Virtues reflect the soul’s divine nature.

127. Do not fear death; fear an unlived soul.
Meaning: A life without inner growth is a greater loss than death.

128. Humility drinks deeply and speaks little.
Meaning: The humble gain wisdom quietly.

129. To align with To Ena is to walk in a natural rhythm.
Meaning: Oneness brings harmony with the cosmos.

130. The greatest distance is between a word and its meaning.
Meaning: Understanding surpasses mere language.

131. You are not separate from what you observe.
Meaning: The observer and the observed are one in essence.

132. Let the soul lead; the mind will follow in time.
Meaning: Soulful wisdom precedes intellectual understanding.

133. Stillness is a teacher without voice.
Meaning: Silent moments reveal deep lessons.

134. The mind calculates, but the soul knows.
Meaning: The soul offers intuitive truths beyond logic.

135. To find the path, become the path.
Meaning: Embody your ideals instead of searching for them.

136. The One is not found in distance, but in depth.
Meaning: Connection with To Ena is inwards, not external.

137. Virtue is the breath of a conscious life.
Meaning: Living virtuously is natural to the awakened self.

138. Judgement blinds more than ignorance.
Meaning: Harsh judgement conceals the truth more than not knowing.

139. Let contemplation replace complaint.
Meaning: Reflect rather than react—wisdom grows in reflection.

140. The soul that sees beauty cannot remain bitter.
Meaning: Awareness of beauty transforms resentment into peace.

141. He who controls the self controls the storm.
Meaning: Mastery of self brings peace even in chaos.

142. The soul speaks in symbols, not in speech.
Meaning: Inner truth is felt, not merely verbalized.

143. Purpose flows from presence, not pursuit.
Meaning: Being present gives rise to true meaning.

144. Enlightenment is not added—it is uncovered.
Meaning: Awakening is about removing illusions, not gaining something new.

145. The flame of awareness burns quietly.
Meaning: True consciousness is subtle and steady.

146. You do not walk towards To Ena; you awaken to it.
Meaning: To Ena is already within, awaiting realisation.

147. Still water reflects the whole sky.
Meaning: A calm mind reflects vast truth.

148. The universe speaks in silence.
Meaning: Deepest insights arise without words.

149. Growth does not rush; it roots.
Meaning: True development is gradual and internal.

150. The soul expands where resistance ends.
Meaning: Letting go allows the soul to flourish.

151. Temperance opens the gate to inner peace.
Meaning: Balance leads to serenity and clarity.

152. Fame fades; essence endures.
Meaning: External achievements are fleeting, but the soul's truth remains.

153. A shallow mind echoes loudest.
Meaning: True depth is often quiet and unassuming.

154. You cannot hold To Ena; it holds you.
Meaning: To Ena transcends control; it is the foundation of being.

155. The mirror of the world reflects your state of mind.
Meaning: Your perception shapes your experience of reality.

156. A restless soul fears its own light.
Meaning: Avoiding stillness is often avoiding inner truth.

157. Every moment is a door if the mind is open.
Meaning: Awareness turns ordinary moments into transformation.

158. Let the soul breathe before the day begins.
Meaning: Begin each day with inner connection and reflection.

159. Reason without heart becomes tyranny.
Meaning: Rationality needs compassion to serve truth.

160. To serve philosophy is to serve life itself.
Meaning: Living in unity honours all existence.

161. Wisdom speaks less and understands more.
Meaning: True wisdom is shown through insight, not noise.

162. He who seeks truth must first remove himself.
Meaning: Ego must step aside for truth to emerge.

163. All journeys are inner journeys.
Meaning: True growth begins within.

164. Consciousness is the key to all locks.
Meaning: Awareness unlocks understanding and transformation.

165. Let the virtues guide where certainty fails.
Meaning: In doubt, lean on character and ethics.

166. Even silence can become sacred when conscious.
Meaning: Presence transforms the ordinary into the divine.

167. The mind shines brighter when aligned with the soul.
Meaning: Harmony between thought and essence brings clarity.

168. To Ena is not heard; it is felt.
Meaning: To Ena is known through intuition and presence.

169. Action with awareness becomes virtue.
Meaning: Conscious intention turns behavior into moral strength.

170. Tranquility begins with acceptance.
Meaning: Peace comes from embracing what is.

171. A single conscious breath is a return to To Ena.
Meaning: Presence can reconnect us to the source instantly.

172. The journey ends where the ego ends.
Meaning: True awakening is the dissolution of ego.

173. Kindness is wisdom translated into action.
Meaning: Compassion is the expression of awakened insight.

174. Do not chase enlightenment—cultivate clarity.
Meaning: Clarity leads naturally to deeper awareness.

175. Even the stars bow to stillness.
Meaning: Stillness holds cosmic power and reverence.

176. Let each day be a dialogue with the soul.
Meaning: Daily reflection nurtures conscious living.

177. To Ena dwells in patience, not in haste.
Meaning: Rushing blinds us to what is already present.

178. To awaken is to recognise what was always true.
Meaning: Awareness reveals eternal truths, not new ones.

179. Practice makes the path visible.
Meaning: Regular reflection and virtue make the spiritual path clearer.

180. To Ena does not demand; it inspires.
Meaning: To Ena never forces; it gently calls us inwards.

181. Flow with life and you flow with To Ena.
Meaning: Harmony with existence is unity with To Ena.

182. The soul rises when the self yields.
Meaning: Letting go of ego allows the soul to ascend.

183. Every virtue is a form of remembering.
Meaning: Virtue awakens the soul’s forgotten wisdom.

184. The wise learn from silence as others learn from books.
Meaning: Silence is a teacher to those attuned.

185. Awareness is the first form of light.
Meaning: Consciousness is the beginning of true illumination.

186. The still mind drinks from the eternal.
Meaning: Calmness opens us to timeless truth.

187. Let your life echo what your soul whispers.
Meaning: Align action with inner guidance.

188. Gratitude is the song of the conscious soul.
Meaning: Thankfulness arises naturally from awareness.

189. Freedom begins with knowing yourself.
Meaning: Self-knowledge liberates from illusion.

190. The path to To Ena is walked with every thought.
Meaning: Every moment of awareness moves us closer to To Ena.

191. He who knows his essence fears no end.
Meaning: Awareness of the soul dissolves fear of death.

192. Walk gently; your soul is listening.
Meaning: Be mindful; your actions shape your inner being.

193. Where ego ends, compassion begins.
Meaning: Selflessness opens the door to love.

194. Stillness reveals what noise hides.
Meaning: Only in silence can we hear the truth.

195. To Ena is a presence, not a promise.
Meaning: To Ena is here and now, not a distant reward.

196. Each breath can become a prayer.
Meaning: Living consciously turns the mundane into the sacred.

197. Wisdom grows when judgement rests.
Meaning: Understanding deepens in openness and acceptance.

198. You are already a part of To Ena, you only forgot.
Meaning: Enlightenment is remembering our true nature.

199. Live as if the soul is watching; because it is.
Meaning: Let inner truth guide every action.

200. To be fully aware is to already be home.
Meaning: Consciousness brings us back to our true place in existence.

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