2nd-century Orator Quotes

The Egyptians became fond of wine and bibulous; and so a way was found among them to help those who could not afford wine, namely, to drink that made from barley; they who took it were so elated that they sang, danced, and acted in every way like persons filled with wine.

I, whenever I see thee, thirst, and holding the cup, apply it to my lips more for thy sake than for drinking.