Random Quotes
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For to err in opinion, though it be not the part of wise men, is at least human.Plutarch, Morals
When you close your doors, and make darkness within, remember never to say that you are alone, for you are not alone; nay, God is within, and your genius is within. And what need have they of light to see what you are doing?Epictetus, Discourses
Only the educated are free.Epictetus, Discourses
What is the first business of one who practices philosophy? To get rid of self-conceit. For it is impossible for anyone to begin to learn that which he thinks he already knows.Epictetus, Discourses
It is not easy for men to rise whose qualities are thwarted by poverty.Juvenal, Satires
Who will guard the guards themselves?
(quis custodiet ipsos custodes?)Juvenal, Satires
Count it the greatest sin to prefer life to honor, and for the sake of living to lose what makes life worth having.Juvenal, Satires
Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.Aesop
The people that once bestowed commands, consulships, legions, and all else, now concerns itself no more, and longs eagerly for just two things - bread and circuses!Juvenal, Satires
You should pray for a sound mind in a sound body.Juvenal, Satires