Decimius Magnus Ausonius Quotes

Propaganda is the art of persuading others of what you don't believe yourself.

He who does not know how to be silent will not know how to speak.

Bear good fortune modestly.

Earth produces nothing worse than an ungrateful man.

If lucky be not proud; if unlucky, do not despond.

Begin whatever you have to do: the beginning of a work stands for the whole.

It is tormenting to fear what you cannot overcome.

If you are dreaded by many then beware of many.

Begin: To have commenced is half the deed. Half yet remains; Begin again on this and thou wilt finish all.

Be not arrogant when fortune smiles, or dejected when she frowns.

Let the blacksmith wear the chains he has himself made.

Every stage of life has its troubles, and no man is content with his own age.

If you are a terror to many, then beware of many.

The best memorial for a mighty man is to gain honor ere death.

Can we wonder that men perish and are forgotten when their noblest and most enduring works decay?

If fortune favors you do not be elated; if she frowns do not despond.

A favor tardily bestowed is no favor; for a favor quickly granted is a more agreeable favor.

Ausonius must be read to be believed! As poet, no subject is too trivial for him; as courtier, no flattery too excessive.

No man will revel long in the indulgence of crime.