Things we do not expect, happen more frequently than we wish.
PLAUTUSThings we do not expect, happen more frequently than we wish.
PLAUTUSI much prefer a compliment, even if insincere, to sincere criticism.
PLAUTUSIf you want to do something, do it!
PLAUTUSI am myself my own commander.
PLAUTUSIf anything is spoken in jest, it is not fair to turn it to earnest.
PLAUTUSA contented mind is the best source for trouble.
PLAUTUSThe woman who has the best perfume is she who has none.
PLAUTUSGood courage in a bad affair is half of the evil overcome.
PLAUTUSBecause those, who twit others with their faults, should look at home.
PLAUTUSEvery man, however wise, needs the advice of some sagacious friend in the affairs of life.
PLAUTUSIt is the nature of the unfortunate to be spiteful, and to envy those who are well to do.
PLAUTUSTo make any gain some outlay is necessary.
PLAUTUSIf you speak insults you will hear them also.
PLAUTUSYou drown him by your talk.
PLAUTUSIf you are wise, be wise; keep what goods the gods provide you.
PLAUTUSOnes oldest friend is the best.
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