The African lions rush to attack bulls; they do not attack butterflies.
MARTIALThe face that cannot smile is never fair.
More Martial Quotes
-
-
I am a shell-fish just come from being saturated with the waters of the Lucrine lake, near Baiae; but now I luxuriously thrust for noble pickle.
MARTIAL -
Gifts are like fish-hooks; for who is not aware that the greedy char is deceived by the fly which he swallows?
MARTIAL -
One genius has made many clever artists.
MARTIAL -
Make it a point not to be over-fascinating.
MARTIAL -
Wish to be what you are, and wish for no other position.
MARTIAL -
He who prefers to give Linus the half of what he wishes to borrow, rather than to lend him the whole, prefers to lose only the half.
MARTIAL -
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.
MARTIAL -
Some good, some so-so, and lots plain bad: that’s how a book of poems is made, my Friend.
MARTIAL -
Rarity gives a charm; so early fruits and winter roses are the most prized; and coyness sets off an extravagant mistress, while the door always open tempts no suitor.
MARTIAL -
Your page stands against you and says to you that you are a thief.
MARTIAL -
Life’s not just about being alive, but being well.
MARTIAL -
Why do I not kiss you, Philaenis? you are bald. Why do I not kiss you, Philaenis? you are carrotty. Why do I not kiss you, Philaenis? you are one-eyed. He who kisses you, Philaenis, sins against nature.
MARTIAL -
No man is quick enough to enjoy life.
MARTIAL -
Be satisfied, and pleased with what thou art, Act cheerfully and well thou allotted part; Enjoy the present hour, be thankful for the past, And neither fear, nor wish, the approaches of the last.
MARTIAL -
I do not hate the man, but his vices.
MARTIAL