Greek - Author | 620 BC - 564 BC
It is in vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray.
Aesop
StriveExpectPrayWellPrayersOur
We would often be sorry if our wishes were gratified.
SorryWishesWouldOurOftenWere
People often grudge others what they cannot enjoy themselves.
PeopleEnjoyOthersCannotGrudge
Self-conceit may lead to self destruction.
SelfLeadDestructionMay
Better be wise by the misfortunes of others than by your own.
WisdomWiseBetterOthersOwnYour
Plodding wins the race.
WisdomRaceWinsPlodding
Our insignificance is often the cause of our safety.
SafetyOurCauseInsignificance
It is with our passions as it is with fire and water, they are good servants, but bad masters.
GoodWaterFireBadPassionsOur
Example is the best precept.
BestExperiencePreceptExample
Familiarity breeds contempt.
FamiliarityContemptBreeds
Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.
TrustManAdviceNeverDifficulties
The gods help them that help themselves.
HelpGodsThemselvesThem
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