It is easy in adversity to despise death; he has real fortitude who dares to live and be wretched.

No hero to me is the man who, by easy shedding of his blood, purchases fame: my hero is he who, without death, can win praise.

Laugh, if thou art wise.

I would not miss your face, your neck, your hands, your limbs, your bosom and certain other of your charms. Indeed, not to become boring by naming them all, I could do without you, Chloe, altogether.

You give me nothing during your life, but you promise to provide for me at your death. If you are not a fool, you know what I wish for!

Wine and women bring misery.

It is not he who forms idols in gold or marble that makes them gods, but he who kneels before them.