Publilius Syrus

(~100 BC)

Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm.

We simply rob ourselves when we make presents to the dead.

As men, we are all equal in the presence of death.

You should not live one way in private, another in public.

No one knows what he can do until he tries.

As men, we are all equal in the presence of death.

It is better to learn late than never.

He doubly benefits the needy who gives quickly.

To do two things at once is to do neither.

The loss which is unknown is no loss at all.

A good reputation is more valuable than money.

Many receive advice, few profit by it.

While we stop to think, we often miss our opportunity.

For a good cause, wrongdoing is virtuous.

What is left when honor is lost?

A fair exterior is a silent recommendation.

There are some remedies worse than the disease.

Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm.

Treat your friend as if he might become an enemy.

The judge is condemned when the criminal is absolved.