Terence Quotes

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So many men, so many opinions; every one his own way.

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Do not they bring it to pass by knowing that they know nothing at all?

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Draw from others the lesson that may profit yourself.

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It behooves a prudent person to make trial of everything before arms.

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I know the disposition of women: when you will, they won't; when you won't, they set their hearts upon you of their own inclination.

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Immortal gods! how much does one man excel another! What a difference there is between a wise person and a fool!

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There is nothing so easy but that it becomes difficult when you do it reluctantly.

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It is the duty of all persons, when affairs are the most prosperous, 12 then in especial to reflect within themselves in what way they are to endure adversity.

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There are as many opinions as there are people: each has his own view.

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Take care and say this with presence of mind.

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Nothing is so difficult but that it may be found out by seeking.

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Terence

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Born: 185 BC

Died: 159 BC (aged 26)

Bio: Publius Terentius Afer, better known in English as Terence, was a playwright of the Roman Republic, of North African descent. His comedies were performed for the first time around 170 160 BC.

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