How prone to doubt, how cautious are the wise.
—Homer
Topics: Wisdom
It is not right to glory in the slain.
—Homer
All strangers and beggars are from God, and a gift, though small, is precious.
—Homer
Of all creatures that breathe and move upon the earth, nothing is bred that is weaker than man.
—Homer
I detest that man, who hides one thing in the depths of his heart, and speaks forth another.
—Homer
Topics: Deception/Lying, Lies, Communication
Thou knowst the oer-eager vehemence of youth,
How quick in temper, and in judgement weak.
—Homer
Anger, which, far sweeter than trickling drops of honey, rises in the bosom of a man like smoke.
—Homer
Topics: Anger
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