Famous quotes containing the words publius papinius statius, papinius statius, papinius and/or statius:
“Whoever truly worships the gods loves their priests.”
—Publius Papinius Statius (c. 40–96)
“The whole world is a man’s birthplace.”
—Publius Papinius Statius (c. 40–96)
“Grant us a brief delay; impulse in everything
Is but a worthless minister.”
—Publius Papinius Statius (c. 40–96)
“The mob in silence leaves their prince’s side,
And to the coming ruler gives its love,
And is with mobs the custom.”
—Publius Papinius Statius (c. 40–96)