Quotes from Aesop

The haft of the arrow had been feathered with one of the eagle's own Lures. We often give our enemies the means of our own destruction.

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

No argument, no matter how convincing, will give courage to a coward

Injuries may be forgiven, but not forgotten

A doubtful friend is worse than a certain enemy. Let a man be one thing or the other, and we then know how to meet him.

Gratitude is the sign of noble souls

It is easy to be brave from a safe distance.

Though this may be play to you Tis death to us.

The desire for imaginary benefits often involves the loss of present blessings.

If you can't say anything nice, then don't say anything at all.

It is easy to despise what you cannot get

Be content with your lot; one cannot be first in everything.

Better beans and bacon in peace than cakes and ale in fear.

Poverty with security is better than plenty in the midst of fear and uncertainty.

Equals make the best friends.

If you are a friend, why do you bite me so hard? If an enemy, why do you fawn on me?

Better to starve free than be a fat slave

Your birthday is the vintage of your wine; the mark that warns you of your future.

Little friends may prove great friends.