Those whose life is long still strive for gain, and for all mortals all things take second place to money. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Of no mortal say, 'That man is happy,' till vexed by no grievous ill he pass Life's goal. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Ah, race of mortal men, How as a thing of nought I count ye, though ye live; For who is there of… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Reverence does not die with mortals, nor does it perish whether they live or die. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Love, unconquerable, Waster of rich men, keeper Of warm lights and all-night vigil In the soft face of a girl: Sea-wanderer, forest-visitor!… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Count no mortal fortunate till he has departed this life free from pain. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
All our mortal lives are set in danger and perplexity: one day to prosper, and the next -- who knows? When all… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
The shimmering night does not stay for mortals, not misfortunes, nor wealth, but in a moment it is gone, and to the… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Those whose life is long still strive for gain, and for all mortals all things take second place to money. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Go then if you must, but remember, no matter how foolish your deeds, those who love you will love you still. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Why should man fear since chance is all in all for him, and he can clearly foreknow nothing? Best to live lightly, as one… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
When ice appears out of doors, and boys seize it up while it is solid, at first they experience new pleasures. But in the… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
“I have nothing but contempt for the kind of governor who is afraid, for whatever reason, to follow the course that he knows is… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
