Some Ancient Quotes

(Roman Hall of Philosophers - found here)

“Difficulties strengthen the mind as labor does the body.”

~Seneca the Younger, Roman Stoic philosopher – Lived from 4 BC-66 AD

“Beware the barrenness of a busy life.”

~Socrates, classical Greek philosopher – Born 470 or 469 BC, died 399 BC

“Waste no more time arguing about what a good man should be. Be one.”

~Marcus Aurelius, Emperor of Rome – Lived from 121-180 AD

“The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise.”

~Tacitus, senator and historian of the Roman Empire – Lived 56-117 AD