Maxime Lagac started collecting quotes in 2004 after he lost his girlfriend in a car accident. Socrates openly declared himself to be a supporter of the Cuban Revolution and the Venezuelan Revolution. At the end of the day, I treat my job as a hobby. Socrates, named after the Greek philosopher, was in med school when his football career took off. Birth City: Athens. He was an elegant attacking midfielder, a columnist, and a physician, but most of all, Scrates was one of Brazil's . Awareness of ignorance is the beginning of wisdom. was Plato's teacher and appears as a main character in many of Plato's dialogues, including Symposium. Scrates Brasilero de Souza Vierade Oliveria was born in this city, on February 9, 1954. Socrates, If you want to be wrong then follow the masses. The opening match was against the USSR and the conditions in Seville clearly favoured the South Americans. "Brazil is like a new-born country because of the mixture of races and people - everyone who visits Brazil falls in love with the place, which is why we have such a mix. We did not just object to the simple problems, but the bigger political picture." Latin America & Caribbean, Brazil World Cup preparations under spotlight, Brazilian football ace joins non-league team. This opened the gateway to Western philosophy. Only the willing and true of heart will seek the betterment of many.". (1913 - 1981, former Scottish footballer. This double header will put the country in the international spotlight to an unprecedented degree, but with that opportunity comes a huge burden of responsibility to ensure that the two biggest sporting events on the planet are a success. I can only make them think Think I Socrates Wonder is the beginning of wisdom. Aim for the ceiling. His intelligence and ability to read the game were also highly valued, and his signature move was the blind or "no-look" back-heel pass. "Nothing is so well learned as that which is discovered.". There is no possession more valuable than a good and faithful friend. Socrates 22. Until then, he was smoking up to two packs of Minister a day, but he had managed to cut down to around half a pack by the middle of 1980 and he felt much better for it. But it didnt really matter who started. "Soccer became my profession only when I was already 24. Assistant referees: [41] On 1 December 2011, he was hospitalised with food poisoning which developed into septic shock and he was put on life support. Playing goalkeeper was unlikely, as was giving up on beer and cigarettes. Pel named Scrates in the FIFA 100 list of the world's greatest living players in March 2004 and World Soccer named him one of 100 best footballers in history. Socrates, There is only one good, knowledge, and one evil, ignorance. The football they played was quick and one-touch, with all of the players comfortable on the ball and most of them eager to get forward. He caressed the ball. His father's new salary allowed Scrates to attend the best school in Ribeiro Preto, Colgio Marista. He was also an accurate penalty taker, while his height, heading ability, and elevation allowed him to excel in the air. The reason for his visit to London was to speak at an event organised as part of the South Bank Centre's London Literary Festival and Festival Brazil and in a wide-ranging discussion, he revealed to BBC Sport some of the attitudes that make Brazilian football and culture so distinctive. This statistic shows which shirt numbers the palyer has already worn in his career. But then Socrates is not your average ex-footballer, in any way. The group works to enable Philosophy graduates at University level to conduct practical philosophy sessions for children aged 5 to 11 as part of a drive to boost their reasoning skills from their first days in the school environment. Socrates, Understanding a question is half an answer. In 2004, more than a decade after retiring, 50-year-old Scrates agreed to a one-month player-coaching deal with Garforth Town of the Northern Counties East Football League in England. "This is a big opportunity for the country to show what Brazil is really like - loads of people still think the capital is Buenos Aires," joked the 56-year-old, who captained his country at the 1982 World Cup in Spain. [3] Garforth chairman Simon Clifford paid tribute to the "great grace" of Scrates.[1]. Socrates, It is better to make a mistake with full force of your being than to carefully avoid mistakes with a trembling spirit. As a former Brazilian football captain, Socrates knows all about carrying the expectations of a nation - and in an exclusive interview he told BBC Sport it was an opportunity the country must seize with both hands. But in Brasilia you don't know who your friends are. Upon the referee's restart, Marx simply pulls up and starts meandering in deep thought like the rest. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. 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"We have to try to minimise them, and maybe some of the money to be spent on these two events might not go into the right hands. After several passes through a perplexed German defence, Socrates scores the only goal of the match in a diving header off a cross from Archimedes. [42] He died on 4 December 2011 at the age of 57. It was scintillating stuff, reminiscent both of Brazil in 1970 and Holland in 1974, although Tel arrogantly rejected any comparison with the Dutch masters, saying: The way we play is similar to that of Holland in 1974 except we have more skilful players and we dont miss as many chances.. [10], Scrates also represented his country at the 1979 and 1983 Copa Amrica tournaments. [4], Philosophers A. C. Grayling and former England Manager Graham Taylor had been appointed as managers for the event, and players included comedians Mark Steel, Tony Hawks, Arthur Smith, and Ariane Sherine, as well as philosophers Julian Baggini, Nigel Warburton, Simon Glendinning, Stephen Law, Angie Hobbs, and Mark Vernon, plus other academics from universities nationwide. As I put the finishing touches to Doctor Socrates; Footballer, Philosopher, Legend I spent some time trying to come up with other players to compare the great man to.. Failure comes when you stay where you have fallen. However, he was equally notorious for not being particularly hard-working or disciplined in his personal life, as he smoked and drank large quantities of beer, once commenting: "I am an anti-athlete. Credit: Jorge Valenzuela/ Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 3.0, Pic: Plato and Aristotle walking and disputing. "He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have.". Scrates Brasileiro Sampaio de Souza Vieira de Oliveira (19 February 1954 - 4 December 2011), simply known as Scrates [ s k a t i s], was a Brazilian footballer who played as a midfielder.His medical degree and his political awareness, combined with style and quality of his play, earned him the nickname "Doctor Socrates".. To win is not the most important thing, football is an art and should be about showing creativity. The Brazilian Captain Socrates Soccer Legend Poster By Yermia Riezky Santiago $25.13 Neymar Poster By BigRedDot $35.60 Socrates Poster By IcalsaidArt $25.13 Ronaldo Poster By BigRedDot $35.60 Lukaku Poster By BigRedDot $35.60 Hazard Poster By BigRedDot $35.60 Socrates Brazil World Championship 1982 Poster By Football Shirts 1952 $25.13 We are what we repeatedly do. ". Pele. - Socrates. Jaclyn Moriarty I wish that photographs were physical spaces, like tunnels; that you could crawl inside them and go back. 23 Best Football Quotes - Motivational and Inspiring Quotes From Football Players and Coaches. Your email address will not be published. He played in two World Cups, won 60 caps for his country between 1979 and 1986 and scored 22 goals. Maxime is a father of two, INFJ and also loves running. "Off the field he was active politically, concerned with his people and his country.". He gave me hope. Let's hope we don't need to take the hard way but the highway. A. Socrates was taken to hospital in August and September this year with bleeding in his digestive tract. Socrates' Wisest and Most Inspiring Quotes. Tom Coughlin In many interviews he highlighted his admiration for Cuba and Fidel Castro, saying that Cuban society was a dream, the one that came closest to the ideal of society that the player had, and denouncing the attacks of imperialism against the . document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Enter your email address to follow this blog and receive notifications of new posts by email. No, not a goal. Life Living Socrates There is only one good, knowledge, and one evil, ignorance. Socrates was not only a captain on [], Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Tumblr (Opens in new window), Why Brazil 1982 was the best World Cup team ever Daily Mirror June 10th2014, Rare Footage of Socrates playing for Fiorentina. The only true wisdom is in knowing you know nothing. Use them to inspire your team, place them on signs and posters in the locker room, and more. Socrates. - Socrates. After his playing days were over, he returned to finish his degree and start a sports medicine clinic. And I'm sure it was for 95% of [my teammates] too." Scrates (Scrates Brasileiro. Despite losing to host Uruguay in the Gold Cup final, Brazil beat West Germany - one of the favorites for the 1982 World Cup and eventual losing finalist - 4-1 in the group stages. We use cookies to give you the best experience on our website. Unforgettable' In this exclusive extract from a new book on the legendary Brazil midfielder, team-mates reveal how he lost weight. Scrates Brasileiro Sampaio de Souza Vieira de Oliveira znm jako Scrates (19. nora 1954, Belm, Brazlie - 4. prosince 2011, So Paulo) zvan tak Doktor, byl brazilsk fotbalov reprezentant, hrajc na postu tonho zlonka, a dtsk lka.Vyznaoval se 193 cm vysokou postavou, kudrnatmi vlasy a plnovousem, skvlou pozin hrou, elegantnm pohybem . If you want to know more or withdraw your consent to all or some of the cookies, please refer to the. - Socrates. In a recent television interview, Socrates said he had considered alcohol his "companion" but believed its regular use did not affect his performance on the field. "I was born to play football, just like Beethoven was born to write music and Michelangelo was born to paint." 22. 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Having the fewest wants, I am nearest to the gods. A few years later, he started his first website to share his love of quotes. [2], He was also noted for being an intellectual, a heavy drinker and a smoker. "I think the kids always look forward to being always the big stars. Socrates, (born c. 470 bce, Athens [Greece]died 399 bce, Athens), ancient Greek philosopher whose way of life, character, and thought exerted a profound influence on Western philosophy. 1. Socrates, Those who want fewest things are nearest to the Gods. Socrates, Gordon Jacobs (2017). What will you learn exactly from Socrates? crates arrived at Brazils World Cup training camp promising to play goalkeeper if it would help them win. "There is nothing permanent except change." -Heraclitus. In October 2008, he was inducted into the Pacaembu Brazilian Football Museum Hall of Fame. Victory is secondary. His medical degree and his political awareness, combined with style and quality of his play, earned him the nickname "Doctor Socrates". Scrates watched his father rid himself of books that he so loved; "In 1964, I saw my father tear many books, because of the coup d'tat. Socrates, I am not an Athenian or a Greek, but a citizen of the world. Socrates, I know nothing except the fact of my ignorance. [25], Scrates was a physician, a rare achievement for a professional footballer (he held a bachelor's degree in medicine from the Faculdade de Medicina de Ribeiro Preto, the medical school of the University of So Paulo). ", Born on 19 February 1954 in Belem do Para, Brazil, Rated as one of the greatest midfielders of all-time, At 6ft 4in tall he was known for his physical strength, as well as two-footed vision and skill, Played for Botafogo and Corinthians in Brazil before a one-season spell at Fiorentina, Saw out his career with Flamengo and Santos before retiring in 1989 aged 35, In 2004 aged 50, Socrates made an appearance as sub for Garforth Town in the Northern Counties League after a one-off deal to become player-coach, "The Corinthians nation woke up very sad today because of the loss of this incredible person," striker. Detail from Raphael's The School of Athens (1509-1511) Socrates, famous for his wise and inspiring quotes, died as he livedhated by most Athenians but much beloved by his students. He has been quoted as saying, "Those who seek only victory, seek conformity." His focus was on the expression of football as art. In a biography written by the journalist Tom Cardoso, it is revealed that the small library Scrates' father had built in his home, containing philosophy books and other works, came under threat as of the coup d'tat on 31 March 1964. "As a player, there is not much to say; he was one of the best that I ever played with. 1. Socrates Brasileiro Sampaio de Souza Vieira de Oliveira, to give him his full name, delayed the start of his international career until the age of 25 so he could complete his studies as a doctor. Excellence then is a habit. He who is not contented with what he has, would not be contented with what he would like to have. "Dunga's approach did not reflect what Brazilians are really like. In every person there is a sun. Scrates stated that three of his childhood heroes were Fidel Castro, Che Guevara and John Lennon. A beautiful footballer who is still like a kid. Zico, a team-mate of Socrates in the iconic Brazil side of the 1970s, told website globoesporte.comexternal-link: "He was a spectacular guy. In every person there is a sun. When a woman is allowed to become a man's equal, she becomes his superior. A hospital statement said on Saturday that the former footballer was "in a critical condition due to a septic shock of intestinal origin". Scrates at the centre of the action against the USSR during the 1982 World Cup match in which he scored a spectacular long-range goal. Here are some Socrates wisdom quotes, imparting his wisdom. He was still on a high after his brilliant early season with Corinthians and he was prepared to do anything for his country. For the Ancient Greek philosopher, see. "Since we cannot change reality, let us change the eyes which see reality." -Nikos Kazantzakis. Books, blogs, quotes and nature became his guide. 30 Socrates Quotes To Make You Think. This is the shirt number history of Scrates from ---. His goal? ", Former Brazil striker Ronaldo wrote on Twitterexternal-link: "Sad start to the day. It comes from improvisation, but also from the knowledge that was acquired in two years of working together, he said. 3. Latin America & Caribbean, 03 Jul 10| Socrates. Maxime is the founder and chief editor of WisdomQuotes. He was also known, however, for often not taking part in his teammates' celebrations whenever he scored a goal. The two passions famously came together as part of the Corinthians Democracy movement in the mid-1980s, when towards the end of Brazil's military dictatorship, the Sao Paolo club became the only one in the world run on a democratic basis, as a symbol of rejection of the military regime. Supporting the main referee Confucius as linesmen were St Augustine and St Thomas Aquinas who were Roman African and Italian respectively. Socrates, The years wrinkle our skin, but lack of enthusiasm wrinkles our soul. [2] He is considered to be one of the greatest midfielders of his generation. Johan Cruyff. He earned 60 caps between 1979 and 1986, and scored 22 goals. Socrates, The unexamined life is not worth living for a human being. The Flamengo legend was technically perfect. True wisdom comes to each of us when we realize how little we understand about life, ourselves, and the world around us. Socrates was one of the first philosophers I discovered back in 2004. If Scrates looked after himself like Zico, who doesnt smoke, he would be the best player in Brazil, Tel said. The Sao Paulo-based Corinthians football club, one of Brazil's heavyweight teams, was a launching pad where Socrates made his name. 19. The squad was a fairly settled one, the main question being who would fill the central striking role. [2] He began playing football professionally in 1974 for Botafogo-SP in Ribeiro Preto, but spent the majority of his career (1978 to 1984) with Corinthians, scoring 41 goals in 59 Brazilian Srie A games, and 172 goals in 297 matches in total.[6]. Socrates.". Match supporters included sociologist and BBC Radio 4's Thinking Allowed presenter Laurie Taylor, the BBC's John Humphrys, and educationalist and author Anthony Seldon. Wit and Wisdom of Socrates, Plato, Aristotle: Being a Treasury of Thousands of Glorious, Inspiring and Imperishable Thoughts, Views and Observations of the Three Great Greek Philosophers, Classified Under about Four Hundred Subjects for Comparative Study, There is a mistake in the text of this quote. "Be as you wish to seem." Socrates. Brazilian president Dilma Rousseff said Brazil had lost "one of its most cherished sons". - Socrates. "Some people think football is a matter of life and death. Name: Socrates. [23][24], Scrates married four times. At age 10, Scrates was exposed to the repercussions of the military dictatorship's censorship. Let's start there. He was born in Belm, Par, and relocated with his family to Ribeiro Preto, So Paulo, in January 1960 after his father Raimundo earned an important position as revenue supervisor. [10] His younger brother Ra was also a footballer and an attacking midfielder, being a member of the Brazilian team that won the World Cup in 1994, notably playing for So Paulo and for Paris Saint-Germain. Socrates 1051 likes Like "The secret of happiness, you see, is not found in seeking more, but in developing the capacity to enjoy less." Socrates 735 likes Like "Know thyself." Socrates tags: inspirational 677 likes Like "Let him who would move the world first move himself." Socrates tags: change , self-determination , self-development Socrates played for Brazil for seven years, scoring 22 goals and representing the nation in two World Cups. [19] Former coach at Fiorentina, Giancarlo De Sisti, said: "Socrates was a very intelligent man, he had great class. Socrates (This is exactly what youre doing now by reading Socrates! Only Edinho had a stronger shot with his right foot. It also means we have a lot of creativity, but it is far from the ideal country that we could have. "[20] In addition to his playing ability and intelligence, he was known for his correct behaviour and charismatic presence on the pitch, as well as his leadership in the dressing room, which made him a respected figure among his teammates, while his height, headband, hairstyle, and beard made him a highly recognisable figure on the pitch. ), It would be better for me that multitudes of men should disagree with me rather than that I, being one, should be out of harmony with myself. To help you develop a calm, peaceful and powerful mind. Socrates, To move the world we must move ourselves. said Brazil had lost "one of its most cherished sons". Thirteen minutes later they got a winner and again it came from a screamer from outside the box. "He was a very dynamic player with a sublime foot but, most of all, great intelligence.". When asked to name his heroes, rather than opting for Brazilian footballers such as Pele and Garrincha, he picked John Lennon and Cuban revolutionary leader Che Guevara - like Socrates, a trained doctor. It represents innumerable hours devoted to the craft of football." - Terry Owens. This article is about the Brazilian footballer. 1. He was still on a high after his brilliant early season with Corinthians and he was prepared to do anything for his country. Socrates was always special. Augustine of Hippo (Algeria) In the space of two years, the world's fifth largest country will play host to the next World Cup - in 2014 - and then its former capital Rio de Janeiro will become the first city in mainland South America to stage the Olympic Games, in 2016. I am a fool, but I know I'm a fool and that makes me smarter than you. Required fields are marked *. He had been in hospital in San Paolo with food poisoning and was on a life. Socrates, When the debate is lost, slander becomes the tool of the loser. He was about 25 yards from goal and didnt even need to look up. (LogOut/ [11], A former centre-forward, who later made a name for himself as a midfielder, playing in either an attacking or central midfield role, Scrates was an elegant, talented, and technical playmaker, known for his great through passes, precise long balls, link-up play, and his vision on the field, as well as his physical strength; he was also a two-footed player. His medical degree and his political awareness, combined with style and quality of his play, earned him the nickname "Doctor Socrates". Keep on reading! [6] During his period in Flamengo, he played 20 games, scoring 5 goals and won Campeonato Carioca: 1986. He put on weight, found training less of a struggle and he was enjoying his football more. Finally, he still considers himself a beginner. In the second half, with nothing being accomplished on the field other than contemplation, Karl Marx is noticed warming up vigorously on the German sidelines. "If I had stayed a doctor I would have stayed in just one area of society and only got to know one side of life. on the floor. The Russians wilted in the heat and were denied a clear penalty in the second half when Luizinho threw up an arm to handle a cross into the box. He wanted to know everything - why he couldn't smoke on the team bus, why we had to be in retreat on the Saturday nights before games. Easily recognizable for his beard and headband . Though he left no writings of his own, he is considered the founder of Western philosophy. He was a columnist for a number of newspapers and magazines, writing not only about sports, but also politics and economics. Even if we dont win the title, well have altered the traditional schemes of 4-2-4 and 4-3-3 and whatever else they have invented.. The attacking midfielder stood out - and not just because of his 6'4" frame. For Noah and Brian. "Give me beauty in the inward soul; may the outward and the inward man be at one.". Excellence then is a habit. 2. He is currently writing a novel. "It's a piece of our history that's broken off and gone away," he said. Failure comes when you stay where you have fallen. He was a hugely talented athlete who graduated in medicine, yet drank and smoked to excess. A constant chant of 'SOC-RA-TEES, SOC-RA-TEES' echoed through from the stands and into the changing room. A club statement read: "To the unforgettable 'Doctor' who played with the purple shirt in 1984/85, playing 25 matches and scoring six goals and who will always be remembered for his footballing intelligence, he will be affectionately remembered by the club, the team and the Fiorentina fans.". You have to enjoy doing the art and not think 'will I win?'". His goal was to understand his pain, his depression, his fears, his lack of motivation and inspiration. Football's the big cheese, if you like. Socrates, No one can teach, if by teaching we mean the transmission of knowledge, in any mechanical fashion, from one person to another. As play begins, the philosophers break from their proper football positions only to walk around on the pitch as if deeply pondering, and in some cases declaiming their theories. A party atmosphere pervaded the city, with the Brazil fans turning the terraces yellow and the late afternoon sun playing its part, bathing the ground in a golden sheen. Socrates Footballer Famous Quotes & Sayings. (1913 - 1970, former American football coach) Aim for the sky. 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[3] Italy's Paolo Rossi described the death as "a piece of our history that's broken off and gone away". Envy is the ulcer of the soul. ". An endless orgasm. Socrates, who was widely regarded as one of the greatest ever midfielders, was moved onto a life support machine on Saturday. He had six children. You can find him on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube. Buy it on the Guardian bookshop for 17 here, Carlos Alberto and the goal that defined Brazil to the rest of the world, Golden Goal: Edmundo for Vasco da Gama v Manchester United (2000), Original reporting and incisive analysis, direct from the Guardian every morning. It can be a dangerous place. He captained the team in the 1982 FIFA World Cup; playing in midfield alongside Zico, Falco, Toninho Cerezo and der, considered one of the greatest Brazilian national teams ever. I thought that was absurd, because the library was the thing he liked best. Nietzsche is booked with a yellow card for arguing with the referee, claiming Confucius has no free will, and Confucius, he says: "Name go in book".