Quotes By Horace
The foolish are like ripples on water, For whatsoever they do is quickly effaced; But the righteous are like carvings upon stone, For their smallest act is durable.
Horace
You traverse the world in search of happiness, which is within the reach of every man. A contented mind confers it on all.
Horace
To have a great man for a friend seems pleasant to those who have never tried it; those who have, fear it.
Horace
A shoe that is too large is apt to trip one, and when too small, to pinch the feet. So it is with those whose fortune does not suit them.
Horace
Time will bring to light whatever is hidden; it will cover up and conceal what is now shining in splendor.
Horace
A portion of mankind take pride in their vices and pursue their purpose; many more waver between doing what is right and complying with what is wrong.
Horace
He who postpones the hour of living is like the rustic who waits for the river to run out before he crosses.
Horace
We rarely find anyone who can say he has lived a happy life, and who, content with his life, can retire from the world like a satisfied guest.
Horace
Mix a little foolishness with your serious plans. It is lovely to be silly at the right moment.
Horace
Refrain from asking what going to happen tomorrow, and everyday that fortune grants you, count as gain.
Horace