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Hesiod, an ancient Greek poet active around the 8th century BC, is often hailed as one of the earliest sources of Greek literature alongside Homer. Born in Ascra, Boeotia, Hesiod's works, including "Theogony" and "Works and Days," offer invaluable insights into the mythology and agricultural practices of his time. His exploration of themes such as justice, labor, and the human condition has influenced countless generations. Hesiod's legacy endures not only through his poetic craftsmanship but also through his profound reflection on the nature of existence and divine order.

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"Bring a wife home to your house when you are of the right age, not far short of 30 years, nor much above; this is the right time for marriage."

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"Do not let a flattering woman coax and wheedle you and deceive you; she is after your barn."

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"Whoever, fleeing marriage and the sorrows that women cause, does not wish to wed comes to a deadly old age."

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"Wealth should not be seized, but the god-given is much better."

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"Happy is the man whom the Muses love: sweet speech flows from his mouth."

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"Whoever has trusted a woman has trusted deceivers."

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