Neither can the wave that has passed by be recalled, nor the hour which has passed return again.
OVIDThere is no such thing as pure pleasure; some anxiety always goes with it.
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Every lover is a soldier.
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Time is generally the best doctor.
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The burden which is well borne becomes light.
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Wine gives courage and makes men more apt for passion.
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It is convenient that there be gods, and, as it is convenient, let us believe there are.
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Hurry to your goal together. That is full bliss when man and woman lie equally conquered.
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Whether they give or refuse, it delights women just the same to have been asked.
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First appearance deceives many.
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I am the poet of the poor, because I was poor when I loved; since I could not give gifts, I gave words.
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Happy is the man who has broken the chains which hurt the mind, and has given up worrying once and for all.
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Love will enter cloaked in friendship’s name.
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Our native land charms us with inexpressible sweetness, and never, never allows us to forget that we belong to it.
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Give way to your opponent; thus will you gain the crown of victory.
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Love is a kind of warfare.
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Habits change into character.
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There is more refreshment and stimulation in a nap, even of the briefest, than in all the alcohol ever distilled.
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In our play we reveal what kind of people we are.
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Be patient and tough; someday this pain will be useful to you.
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The man who has experienced shipwreck shudders even at a calm sea.
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He who can believe himself well, will be well.
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If you want to be loved, be lovable.
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I flee who chases me and chase who flees me.
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In the make-up of human beings, intelligence counts for more than our hands, and that is our true strength.
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Fair peace becomes men; ferocious anger belongs to beasts.
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Bear and endure: This sorrow will one day prove to be for your good.
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Often the prickly thorn produces tender roses.
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