horace Quotes

“That destructive siren, sloth, is ever to be avoided.”

“To have a great man for a friend seems pleasant to those who have never tried it those who have, fear it.”

“The envious man grows lean at the success of his neighbor.”

“A picture is a poem without words.”

“Fidelity is the sister of justice.”

“Pale death, with impartial step, knocks at the hut of the poor and the towers of kings.”

“Time will bring to light whatever is hidden; it will cover up and conceal what is now shining in splendor.”

“Who then is free? The wise man who can command himself.”

“Nothing is too high for the daring of mortals: we storm heaven itself in our folly.”

“Great effort is required to arrest decay and restore vigor. One must exercise proper deliberation, plan carefully before making a move, and be alert in guarding against relapse following a renaissance.”