Be not too thick with anybody; your joys will be fewer, and so will pains.
MARTIALEvery bird that upwards swings Bears the Cross upon its wings.
More Martial Quotes
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There is no glory in outstripping donkeys.
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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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Virtue extends our days: he lives two lives who relives his past with pleasure.
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Fortune gives too much to many, enough to none.
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Be content to be what you are, and prefer nothing to it, and do not fear or wish for your last day.
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The virtuous man is never a novice in worldly things.
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It is easy in adversity to despise death; he has real fortitude who dares to live and be wretched.
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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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Believing hear, what you deserve to hear: Your birthday as my own to me is dear. But yours gives most; for mine did only lend Me to the world; yours gave to me a friend.
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Your page stands against you and says to you that you are a thief.
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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.
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Those they praise, but they read the others.
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Whoever makes great presents, expects great presents in return.
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If fame is to come only after death, I am in no hurry for it.
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There is no living with thee, nor without thee.
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