Publilius Syrus was a slave who was brought from Syria to Italy. But, he was a gifted man as his wits impressed his master and thus he was freed by him. His master was so impressed by his talent that not only did his master free him from the bond of slavery but also educated him bearing the expenses too.
Syrus was known for his amazing aphorisms and mimes. Not ... Publilius Syrus biography|
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A beautiful face is a mute recommendation. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: recommendation |
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A fair exterior is a silent recommendation. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: recommendation silent |
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A gift in season is a double favor to the needy. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: season favor double |
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A good reputation is more valuable than money. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: money reputation |
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A rolling stone gathers no moss. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: rolling gathers moss stone |
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A suspicious mind always looks on the black side of things. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: things looks always black |
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Admonish thy friends in secret, praise them openly. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: secret openly praise admonish |
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An angry father is most cruel towards himself. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: cruel father himself towards |
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An angry man is again angry with himself when he returns to reason. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: himself angry again angry reason |
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Anyone can hold the helm when the sea is calm. (Publilius Syrus) Related concepts: calm |
