In war, the first casualty is truth.
AESCHYLUSI gave them hope, and so turned away their eyes from death.
More Aeschylus Quotes
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In every enterprise is no greater evil than bad companionship.
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Rumours voiced by women come to nothing.
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From a small seed a mighty trunk may grow.
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When a man takes the road to destruction, the gods help him along.
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Words are doctors for the diseased temper.
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Many among men are they who set high the show of honor, yet break justice.
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It is in the character of very few men to honor without envy a friend who has prospered.
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Death is easier than a wretched life; and better never to have born than to live and fare badly.
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Fear is stronger than arms.
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There is no avoidance in delay.
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Excessive fear is always powerless.
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Learn to practice moderation. Favours come to us from gods.
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It is always in season for old men to learn.
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Wiles and deceit are female qualities.
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Courage! Suffering, when it climbs highest, lasts not long.
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