Decimus Magnus Ausonius

Begin -- to begin is half the work, let half still remain; again begin this, and thou wilt have finished.

— Decimus Magnus Ausonius

When about to commit a base deed, respect thyself, though there is no witness.

— Decimus Magnus Ausonius

Forgive many things in others; nothing in yourself.

— Decimus Magnus Ausonius

Nothing more detestable does the earth produce than an ungrateful man.

— Decimus Magnus Ausonius