Aphorism

Aphorism
 An aphorism is a brief statement –
usually one sentence – that expresses
some truth about life.

 In easily remembered form

 Alsoknown as a “famous saying” or

“proverb”.
“Famous saying”
a short
pithy expression
that generally contains
advice or wisdom.
“Proverb”
a short
pithy saying in general
use,
stating a general truth or
piece of advice
Aphorism
EXAMPLES
Examples of Aphorism

Everyone in my life is there to

lift me up; and not to bring me
down.
Examples of Aphorism

A bad workman always blames

his tools.
Examples of Aphorism

Actions speak louder than

words.
Examples of Aphorism

A journey of thousand miles

begins with a single step.
Examples of Aphorism

All that glitters is not gold.

Examples of Aphorism

An empty vessel makes much

noise.
Examples of Aphorism

A ship in the harbor is safe, but

that is not what a ship is for.
Examples of Aphorism

As you sow, so you shall reap.

Examples of Aphorism

Barking dogs seldom bite.

Examples of Aphorism

Beauty is in the eye of the

beholder.
Examples of Aphorism

Easy come, easy go.

TASK 1
Answer the following in a ½ crosswise:
1. What are some of your favourite aphorisms in the excerpts
from the “Analects”? Why?

2. Share significant aphorisms that you have heard before.

Explain the meaning.

3. Why might aphorisms be a more effective way of sharing and

remembering important ideas or rules than longer statement?