What did Homer mean by: Do thou restrain the haughty spirit in thy breast, for better far is gentle courtesy. Homer Poet · Greece Copy
To speak his thoughts is every freeman’s right, in peace and war, in council and in fight. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Conflict, Expression, Freedom, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
The ugliest man was he who came to Troy; with squinting eyes and one distorted foot. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Appearance, Judgment, Ugliness, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
I would rather be a serf in a poor man’s house and be above ground than reign among the dead. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Morality, Preference, Survival, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
Is he not sacred, even to the gods, the wandering man who comes in weariness? Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Gods, Sacred, Weariness, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
Bear patiently, my heart, for you have suffered heavier things. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Endurance, Patience, Resilience, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
Jove lifts the golden balances that show The fates of mortal men, and things below. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Fate, Judgment, Power, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
Few sons are equal to their fathers; most fall short, all too few surpass them. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Comparison, Legacy, Succession, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
There is a time for many words, and there is also a time for sleep. Author, January 17, 2024January 9, 2025, Homer, Communication, Rest, Time, 0 Homer Poet · Greece
Not only should you not accept a prize. You should not try to deserve one either. Jean Cocteau Artist · France
A man reveals his character even in the simplest things he does. Read explanation Jean de la Bruyere Writer · France
A man has made great progress in cunning when he does not seem too clever to others. Read explanation Jean de la Bruyere Writer · France
A party spirit betrays the greatest men to act as meanly as the vulgar herd. Read explanation Jean de la Bruyere Writer · France
