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.
MARTIALYou crystal break, for fear of breaking it: Careless and careful hands like faults commit.
More Martial Quotes
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In adversity it is easy to despise life; he is truly brave who can endure a wreched life.
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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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Birds of a feather will flock together.
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Who gives to friends so much from Fate secures, That is the only wealth for ever yours.
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Our days pass by, and are scored against us.
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Such are thou and I: but what I am thou canst not be; what thou art any one of the multitude may be.
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He who weighs his burdens, can bear them.
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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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You may envy every one, but no one envies you.
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There is no living with thee, nor without thee.
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Be not too thick with anybody; your joys will be fewer, and so will pains.
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It is to live twice when we can enjoy the recollections of our former life.
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You should not fear, nor yet should you wish for your last day.
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Fortune gives many too much, but none enough.
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Every epigram should resemble a bee; it should have sting, honey, and brevity.
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