The poor wretches have convinced themselves that they are going to be immortal and live for all time, by worshipping that crucified sophist and living under his laws...they receive these doctrines by tradition, without any definite evidence. So if any… — Lucian Copy Share Image
I was still more concerned (a preference which you may be far from resenting) to strike a blow for Epicurus, that great man whose… — Lucian Copy Share Image
The truth is hidden from us. Even if a mere piece of luck brings us straight to it, we shall have no grounded conviction… — Lucian Copy Share Image
How gracious are the gods in bestowing high positions; and how reluctant are they to insure them when given — Lucian Copy Share Image
The world is fleeting; all things pass away; Or is it we that pass and they that stay? — Lucian Copy Share Image
The lips are closed, for the dancer has plenty of other voices at his service. — Lucian Copy Share Image
The American soldier demonstrated that, properly equipped, trained and led, he has no superior among all the armies of the world. — Lucian Copy Share Image
Wise is the person at either end. Who can in due measure spare as well as spend. — Lucian Copy Share Image
