While an ant was wandering under the shade of the tree of Phaeton, a drop of amber enveloped the tiny insect; thus she, who in life was disregarded, became precious by death.
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Your seventh wife, Phileros, is now being buried in your field. No man’s field brings him greater profit than yours, Phileros.
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While an ant was wandering under the shade of the tree of Phaeton, a drop of amber enveloped the tiny insect; thus she, who in life was disregarded, became precious by death.
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You’ll get no laurel crown for outrunning a burrow.
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You are sad in the midst of every blessing. Take care that Fortune does not observe–or she will call you ungrateful.
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That which prevents disagreeable flies from feeding on your repast, was once the proud tail of a splendid bird.
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A jar of wine so priceless did not deserve to die. and Never think of leaving perfume or wines to your heir. Administer these youself and let him have the money.
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What quick wit is found in sudden straits!
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In adversity it is easy to despise life; he is truly brave who can endure a wretched life.
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If you have any shame, forbear to pluck the beard of a dead lion.
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Remember, cobbler, to keep to your leather.
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To have nothing is not poverty.
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If fame is to come only after death, I am in no hurry for it.
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A fisherman’s walk: three steps and overboard.
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For wealth’s now given to none but to the rich.
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A vagrant is everywhere at home.
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He who weighs his burdens, can bear them.
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Virtue extends our days: he lives two lives who relives his past with pleasure.
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