At times discretion should be thrown aside, and with the foolish we should play the fool.
MENANDERAll men have one refuge, a good friend, with whom you can weep and know that he does not smile.
More Menander Quotes
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Art is man’s refuge from adversity.
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Silence is often advantageous.
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He who labors diligently need never despair for all things are accomplished by diligence and labor.
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Hope saves a person in the midst of misfortunes.
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Know thyself means this, that you get acquainted with what you know, and what you can do.
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The good man makes others good.
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It is not white hair that engenders wisdom.
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It is not hoary hairs that bring wisdom; some have an old head on young shoulders.
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The truth sometimes not sought for comes forth to the light.
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No just person ever became quickly rich.
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Being mortal, never pray for an untroubled life. Rather, ask the God to give you an enduring heart.
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Of all wild beasts on earth or in sea, the greatest is a woman.
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Rest assured, for every piece of business the most businesslike thing is to choose the right moment.
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Whom the gods love dies young.
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Do not fight against Providence; nor bring more heavy weather to the storm. Face what is already there.
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