Menander of Athens

Man must be prepared for every event of life, for there is nothing that is durable.

— Menander of Athens

It must be that evil communications corrupt good dispositions.

— Menander of Athens

Never ask the Gods for life set free from grief, but ask for courage that endureth long.

— Menander of Athens

He who labors diligently need never despair; for all things are accomplished by diligence and labor.

— Menander of Athens

The school of hard knocks is an accelerated curriculum.

— Menander of Athens

The person who has the will to undergo all labor may win any goal.

— Menander of Athens

We live, not as we wish to, but as we can.

— Menander of Athens

No just person ever became quickly rich.

— Menander of Athens