“Not at all similar are the race of the immortal gods and the race of men who walk upon the earth”

“Think not to match yourself against the gods, for men that walk the earth cannot hold their own with the immortals.”

“Getting out of jury duty is easy. The trick is to say you're prejudiced against all races. ”

“All things are in the hand of heaven, and Folly, eldest of Jove's daughters, shuts men's eyes to their destruction. She walks delicately, not on the solid earth, but hovers over the heads of men to make them stumble or to ensnare them.”

“All men owe honor to the poets - honor and awe; for they are dearest to the Muse who puts upon their lips the ways of life.”

“Of all creatures that breathe and move upon the earth, nothing is bred that is weaker than man.”

“Limping, attendants rushed up to support him, Attendants made of gold who looked like real girls, With a mind within, and a voice, and strength, And knowledge of crafts from the immortal gods. These busily moved to support their lord...”