Now we suffer the evils of a long peace; luxury more cruel than war broods over us and avenges a conquered world.
JUVENALFate would have no divinity if we were wise: it is we who make her a goddess and place her in heaven.
More Juvenal Quotes
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It is sheer madness to live in want in order to be wealthy when you die.
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Nothing is more intolerable than a wealthy woman.
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Pray for a healthy mind in a healthy body.
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There is nothing worse than words of kindness that lie.
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Honesty is admired, and starves.
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In the present state of the world it is difficult not to write lampoons.
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Writing in the incurable itch that possesses many.
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The greatest respect is owed to a child.
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Remorse is the fruit of crime.
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A woman is most merciless when shame goads on her hate.
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The love of money grows as the money itself grows.
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Give up all hope of peace so long as your mother-in-law is alive.
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Luxury is more deadly than any foe.
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The wise man sets bounds even to his innocent desires.
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Give them bread and circuses and they will never revolt.
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