Sextus
Sextus (abbreviated Sex., the feminine form is Sexta, not to be confused with Sixtus) is a common ancient Roman praenomen. It probably means "sixth" (cf. Latin sextus, "sixth"). Parallel praenomina are Secundus, Tertius, Quintus, Septimus, Octavius and Decimus. These names do not necessarily denote the order in which their bearers were born.
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Famous quotes containing the word sextus:
“Make room, Roman writers, make room for Greek writers; something greater than the Iliad is born.”
—Propertius Sextus (c. 50–16 B.C.)
“Even a faithful mistress can be bent by constant threats.”
—Propertius Sextus (c. 50–16 B.C.)
“Henceforth may the neglected lover constantly read me, and may my troubles, once they are known, be of some benefit to him.”
—Propertius Sextus (c. 50–16 B.C.)