Things we do not expect, happen more frequently than we wish.
PLAUTUSThe man who would be fully employed should procure a ship or a woman, for no two things produce more trouble.
More Plautus Quotes
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The gods play games with men as balls.
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There are games in which it is better to lose than win.
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It is easier to begin well than to finish well.
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When you fly from temptation, don’t leave a forwarding address. Where there’s smoke there’s fire.
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For nobody is curious, who isn’t malevolent.
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It is best to know the worst at once.
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Arrogance is the outgrowth of prosperity.
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Do you never look at yourself when you abuse another person?
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The Bell never rings of itself; unless some one handles or moves it it is dumb.
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Practice yourself what you preach.
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Nothing but heaven itself is better than a friend who is really a friend.
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In misfortune if you cultivate a cheerful disposition you will reap the advantage of it.
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He who accuses another of wrong should look well into his own conduct.
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If you are wise, be wise; keep what goods the gods provide you.
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The man who masters his own soul will forever be called conqueror of conquerors.
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