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Theognis

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One finds many companions for food and drink, but in a serious business a man’s companions are very few.

Theognis

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No man takes with him to Hades all his exceeding wealth.

Theognis

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Adopt the character of the twisting octopus, which takes on the appearance of the nearby rock. Now follow in this direction, now turn a different hue.

Theognis

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The best of all things for earthly men is not to be born and not to see the beams of the bright sun; but if born, then as quickly as possible to pass the gates of Hades, and to lie deep buried.

Theognis

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Bright youth passes swiftly as a thought.

Theognis

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Surfeit begets insolence, when prosperity comes to a bad man.

Theognis

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