Publilius Syrus quotes

Publilius Syrus was a Syrian-born Roman writer and mime, renowned for his collection of maxims and moral sayings. His works are celebrated for their wit, wisdom, and concise expression. He remains an influential figure in the history of Roman literature and proverbial thought. Here are 229 of his quotes:

A good reputation is more valuable than money. (Publilius Syrus)
Speech is the mirror of the soul as a man speaks, so is he. View quote
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A woman either loves or hates; she knows no medium. View quote
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Prosperity makes friends, adversity tries them. View quote
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The wounds of love can only be healed by the one who made them. View quote
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Fortune is like glass - the brighter the glitter, the more easily broken. View quote
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A rolling stone can gather no moss. View quote
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Never promise more than you can perform. View quote
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Better to be ignorant of a matter than half know it. View quote
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Let a fool hold his tongue and he will pass for a sage. View quote
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God looks at the clean hands, not the full ones. (Publilius Syrus)
Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm. View quote
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The fear of death is more to be dreaded than death itself. View quote
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Learn to see in another's calamity the ills which you should avoid. View quote
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What is left when honor is lost? View quote
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It is a bad plan that admits of no modification. View quote
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Practice is the best of all instructors. View quote
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A beautiful face is a mute recommendation. View quote
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Life is short, but its ills make it seem long. View quote
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No one knows what he can do till he tries. View quote
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Speech is the mirror of the soul. (Publilius Syrus)
Many receive advice, but the wise profit from it. View quote
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Some remedies are worse than the disease. View quote
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Treat your friend as if he might become an enemy. View quote
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While we stop to think, we often miss our opportunity. View quote
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Publilius Syrus

Occupation: Syrian Writer
Quotes count: 229
Wikipedia: Publilius Syrus

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