Do you ask what sort of a maid I desire or dislike, Flaccus? I dislike one too easy and one too coy. The just mean, which lies between the two extremes, is what I approve; I like neither that which tortures nor that which cloys.

You are sad in the midst of every blessing. Take care that Fortune does not observe--or she will call you ungrateful.

I do not love thee, Sabidius, nor can I say why; I can only say this, "I do not love thee."

Wish to be what you are, and wish for no other position.

It is to live twice when we can enjoy the recollections of our former life.

There is nothing more revolting than an old busybody.

If you have any shame, forbear to pluck the beard of a dead lion.