We should not speak of one that prospers well As happy, till his life have run its course, And reached its 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
Each say following another, either hastening or putting off our death--what pleasure does it bring? I count that man worthless whois cheered… — Sophocles Copy Share Image
For the gods, though slow to see, see well, whenever a man casting aside worship turns folly. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
To know that all is well, even if late will come to know it, is at least some gain. — Sophocles Copy Share Image
Henceforth ye may thieve with better knowledge whence lucre should be won, and learn that it is not well to love gain… — 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
If you are out of trouble, watch for danger. And when you live well, then consider the most your life, lest ruin… — 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
