A lucky man is rarer than a white crow.
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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If nature’s inspiration fails, indignation will beget the poem.
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Common sense among men of fortune is rare.
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The greatest respect is owed to a child.
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No wicked man knows happiness, and least of all the seducer of others.
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Honesty is admired, and starves.
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It is but the weak and little mind that rejoices in revenge
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Some men make fortunes, but not to enjoy them for, blinded by avarice, they live to make fortunes.
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Rare indulgence produces greater pleasure.
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A woman is most merciless when shame goads on her hate.
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Give them bread and circuses and they will never revolt.
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In the present state of the world it is difficult not to write lampoons.
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Many individuals have, like uncut diamonds, shining qualities beneath a rough exterior.
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Remorse is the fruit of crime.
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When did reason ever direct our desires or our fears?
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The wise man sets bounds even to his innocent desires.
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