Decimius Magnus Ausonius quotes:

Earth produces nothing worse than an ungrateful man.

When about to commit a base deed, respect thyself, though there is no witness.

Propaganda is the art of persuading others of what you don't believe yourself.

He who does not know how to be silent will not know how to speak.

If lucky be not proud; if unlucky, do not despond.

If thou art terrible to manyh, then beware of many.

Bear good fortune modestly.

Be not arrogant when fortune smiles, or dejected when she frowns.

It often happens, that misery will follow a marriage when the dowry is too large.

Begin whatever you have to do: the beginning of a work stands for the whole.

Begin: To have commenced is half the deed. Half yet remains; Begin again on this and thou wilt finish all.

Ausonius must be read to be believed! As poet, no subject is too trivial for him; as courtier, no flattery too excessive.

If you are dreaded by many then beware of many.

Let the blacksmith wear the chains he has himself made.

No man will revel long in the indulgence of crime.

If you are a terror to many, then beware of many.

Can we wonder that men perish and are forgotten when their noblest and most enduring works decay?

Every stage of life has its troubles, and no man is content with his own age.

If fortune favors you do not be elated; if she frowns do not despond.

A favor tardily bestowed is no favor; for a favor quickly granted is a more agreeable favor.

It is tormenting to fear what you cannot overcome.

The best memorial for a mighty man is to gain honor ere death.