Marcus Valerius Martialis

Conceal a flaw, and the world will imagine the worst.

Gifts are like hooks.

It is feeling and force of imagination that make us eloquent.

The virtuous man is never a novice in worldly things.

There is no glory in otustripping donkeys.

Why do strong arms fatigue themselves with frivolous dumbbells? To dig a vineyard is worthier exercise for men.