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Death is less bitter punishment than death’s delay.
OvidOvid I can live neither with you, nor without you.
OvidOvid First thing every morning before you arise say out loud, ‘I believe,’ three times.
OvidOvid What is it that love does to a woman? Without she only sleeps; with it alone, she lives.
OvidOvid The burden which is well borne becomes light.
OvidOvid It is the poor man who’ll ever count his flock.
OvidOvid Blemishes are hid by night and every fault forgiven; darkness makes any woman fair.
OvidOvid I flee who chases me and chase who flees me.
OvidOvid Bear and endure: This sorrow will one day prove to be for your good.
OvidOvid It’s right to learn, even from the enemy.
OvidOvid Love is a thing that is full of cares and fears.
OvidOvid Let others praise ancient times; I am glad I was born in these.
OvidOvid Every lover is a soldier.
OvidOvid Love and dignity cannot share the same abode.
OvidOvid Give way to your opponent; thus will you gain the crown of victory.
OvidOvid Either do not attempt at all or go through with it.
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