About Publilius Syrus: Publilius Syrus is often presented by manuscripts (and some printed editions) in corrupt form as 'Publius'.
He who has lost honor can lose nothing more.
Never promise more than you can perform.
One is not exposed to danger who, even when in safety is always on their guard.
Speech is the mirror of the soul.
Take care that no one hates you justly.
The opportunity is often lost by deliberating.
It is kindness to immediately refuse what you intend to deny.
What is left when honor is lost?
It is folly to punish your neighbor by fire when you live next door.
Pain forces even the innocent to lie.
A beautiful face is a mute recommendation.
Prosperity makes friends, adversity tries them.
While we stop to think, we often miss our opportunity.
To do two things at once is to do neither.
He who lives in solitude may make his own laws.
Let a fool hold his tongue and he will pass for a sage.
It is not every question that deserves an answer.
To refuse graciously is to confer a favor.
Count not him among your friends who will retail your privacies to the world.
Admonish your friends privately, but praise them openly.
There are some remedies worse than the disease.
