Plautus Quotes

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Plautus was a Roman playwright known for his comedies, which have had a lasting influence on the genre of comedic drama. His plays, including "Pseudolus" and "The Menaechmi," are celebrated for their clever plots, witty dialogue, and insights into Roman society. Plautus's work laid the groundwork for future comedic playwrights and remains a significant part of classical literature.

"Nothing but heaven itself is better than a friend who is really a friend."

"Nothing but heaven itself is better than a friend who is really a friend."

Friendship, Friend, Heaven, Nothing

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"A mouse does not rely on just one hole."

"A mouse does not rely on just one hole."

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"There's no such thing, you know, as picking out the best woman: it's only a question of comparative badness, brother."

"There's no such thing, you know, as picking out the best woman: it's only a question of comparative badness, brother."

Brother, Question

"The day, water, sun, moon, night - I do not have to purchase these things with money."

"The day, water, sun, moon, night - I do not have to purchase these things with money."

Money, Day, Moon, Night

"Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words."

"Let us celebrate the occasion with wine and sweet words."

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"Courage is what preserves our liberty, safety, life, and our homes and parents, our country and children. Courage comprises all things."

"Courage is what preserves our liberty, safety, life, and our homes and parents, our country and children. Courage comprises all things."

Life, Courage, Children, Country

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