Quotes by Phaedrus

Phaedrus, a 1st-century Roman fabulist, was born in Macedonia and became renowned for his collection of fables, which were inspired by the earlier works of Aesop. His contributions played a pivotal role in the evolution of fable literature, blending moral lessons with engaging storytelling. Phaedrus' fables, often featuring anthropomorphized animals, not only entertained but also imparted wisdom, cementing his legacy as a crucial figure in both Roman literature and the broader genre of fables that continues to resonate through the ages.

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"The intelligence of few perceives what has been carefully hidden in the recesses of the mind."

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"The mind ought sometimes to be diverted that it may return to better thinking."

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"Everyone ought to bear patiently the results of his own conduct."

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"Everyone is bound to bear patiently the results of his own example."

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"An alliance with a powerful person is never safe."

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"Whoever is detected in a shameful fraud is ever after not believed even if they speak the truth."

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"In a change of masters the poor change nothing except their master's name."

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