He that gives quickly gives twice.
• Adagia (1508)
• Adagia (1508)
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Bis dat, qui cito dat.
— Desiderius Erasmus
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• Adagia (1508)" to mean that wisdom is timeless.
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About Desiderius Erasmus
Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam (27 October 1466 – 12 July 1536) was a Dutch philosopher, humanist and theologian.
About Desiderius Erasmus
Desiderius Erasmus of Rotterdam (27 October 1466 – 12 July 1536) was a Dutch philosopher, humanist and theologian.
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