The people are fashioned according to the example of their kings; and edicts are of less power than the life of their ruler. — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
Men live best upon a little; Nature has given to all the privilege of being happy, if they but knew how to use their… — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
Nothing is more annoying than a low man raised to a high position. — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
They are raised on high that they may be dashed to pieces with a greater fall. — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
The afflictions to which we are accustomed, do not disturb us. — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
The people become more observant of justice, and do not refuse to submit to the laws when they see them obeyed by their enactor. — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
Lust, forgetful of future suffering, hurries us along the forbidden path. — Claudius Claudianus Copy Share Image
