If your slave commits a fault, do not smash his teeth with your fists; give him some of the (hard) biscuit which famous Rhodes has sent you.
MARTIALJoys do not stay, but take wing and fly away.
More Martial Quotes
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What’s a wretched man? A man whom no man pleases.
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Whoever is not too wise is wise.
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A vagrant is everywhere at home.
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Make it a point not to be over-fascinating.
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There is no living with thee, nor without thee.
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The face that cannot smile is never fair.
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For wealth’s now given to none but to the rich.
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She grieves sincerely who grieves unseen.
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It is folly to waste labour about trifles.
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Those they praise, but they read the others.
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Work divided is in that manner shortened.
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Wish to be what you are, and wish for no other position.
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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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Too late is tomorrow’s life; live for today.
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I believe that man to be wretched whom none can please.
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