Some things are good, some middling, more bad.

Do you ask why I am unwilling to marry a rich wife? It is because I am unwilling to be taken to husband by my wife. The mistress of the house should be subordinate to her husband, for in no other way, Priscus, will the wife and husband be on an equality.

That which prevents disagreeable flies from feeding on your repast, was once the proud tail of a splendid bird.

Be content to be what you are, and prefer nothing to it, and do not fear or wish for your last day.

Life consists not merely in existing, but in enjoying health.

Neither fear your death's day nor long for it.

Why do I not kiss you, Philaenis? you are bald. Why do I not kiss you, Philaenis? you are carrotty. Why do I not kiss you, Philaenis? you are one-eyed. He who kisses you, Philaenis, sins against nature.