Dionysius The Elder, Being Asked Whether He

Nothing Is Cheap Which Is Superfluous, For What One Does Not Need, Is Dear At A Penny.

God Is The Brave Man's Hope, And Not The Coward's Excuse.

Alcibiades Had A Very Handsome Dog, That Cost Him Seven Thousand Drachmas; And He Cut Off His Tail, "that," Said He, "the Athenians May Have This Story To Tell Of Me, And May Concern Themselves No Further With Me.

The Giving Of Riches And Honors To A Wicked Man Is Like Giving Strong Wine To Him That Hath A Fever.

Demosthenes Told Phocion, "the Athenians Will Kill You Some Day When They Once Are In A Rage." "and You," Said He, "if They Are Once In Their Senses."