Titus Maccius Plautus Famous Quotes



A word to the wise is enough.

There are occasions when it is undoubtedly better to incur loss than to make gain.

Nothing is more wretched than the mind of a man conscious of guilt.

I am always afraid of your something shall be done.

A contented mind is the best source for trouble.

It well becomes a young man to be modest.

Practice yourself what you preach.

Not every age is fit for childish sports.

Things we not hope for often come to pass than things we wish.

The evil that we know is best.

Patience is the best remedy for every trouble.

Nothing is there more friendly to a man than a friend in need.

"What is yours is mine, and all mine is yours."

Not by age but by capacity is wisdom acquired.

No man is wise enough by himself.

No guest is so welcome in a friend's house that he will not become a nuisance after three days.


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