The gods play games with men as balls.

You have eaten a meal dangerously seasoned.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
A contented mind is the best source for trouble.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
It is easier to begin well than to finish well.
PLAUTUS

Beginning Easy End Start
Ah yes, the gods use us mortals as footballs!
PLAUTUS

Football God Mortal
A mouse does not rely on just one hole.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
If you do anything well, gratitude is lighter than a feather; if you give offense in anything, people’s wrath is as heavy as lead.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
He who seeks for gain, must be at some expense.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
In everything the middle road is best.
PLAUTUS

Best Journey Road Travel
He gains wisdom in a happy way, who gains it by another’s experience.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
The gods play games with men as balls.
PLAUTUS

Ball Game God Man Play
Good merchandise, even hidden, soon finds buyers.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
Feast today makes fast tomorrow.
PLAUTUS

Fast Feast Future
He is a friend who, in dubious circumstances, aids in deeds when deeds are necessary.
PLAUTUS

Anand Thakur
Whatever disgrace we may have deserved, it is almost always in our power to re-establish our character.
PLAUTUS

Character Deserve Disgrace Establishment Ourselves
Vulgarity of manners defiles fine garments more than mud.
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Manner Mud Vulgar
Nothing is more annoying than a tardy friend.
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Anand Thakur

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