Being wise Quotes by Publilius Syrus

Even speed, when we are anxious, seems like delay.

— Publilius Syrus

The coward regards himself as cautious, the miser as thrifty.

— Publilius Syrus

It is his nature, not his standing, that makes the good man.

— Publilius Syrus

It is more tolerable to be refused than deceived.

— Publilius Syrus

Modesty once lost, never returns into favour.

— Publilius Syrus

One ungrateful person does an injury to all needy people.

— Publilius Syrus

He has existed only, not lived, who lacks wisdom in old age.

— Publilius Syrus

Any plan is bad which is incapable of modification.

— Publilius Syrus

The evil you do to others you may expect in return.

— Publilius Syrus

The power of habit is very strong.

— Publilius Syrus

Take care that no one hates you justly.

— Publilius Syrus

Poverty wants much; but avarice, everything.

— Publilius Syrus