Virgil, born Publius Vergilius Maro on October 15, 70 BCE, in Andes, near Mantua, was an esteemed Roman poet. Considered one of the greatest figures in Latin literature, Virgil’s works have had an enduring impact on Western literature and culture.
Virgil’s most famous work is “The Aeneid,” an epic poem that tells the mythical story of Aeneas, a Trojan hero who travels to Italy and becomes the legendary ancestor of the Romans. “The Aeneid” explores themes of heroism, fate, and the founding of Rome, and it played a crucial role in shaping Roman identity and nationalism.
Virgil’s poetic craftsmanship, exquisite language, and vivid imagery captivated readers throughout the centuries. His mastery of the hexameter verse form and his ability to evoke deep emotions have made his poetry both timeless and universal.
In addition to “The Aeneid,” Virgil’s other works include the pastoral poems “Eclogues” and the didactic poem “Georgics.” These works showcased his versatility as a poet and his ability to depict the beauty of the natural world while delving into philosophical and moral themes.
Virgil’s influence extended far beyond his own time. His works inspired countless writers and poets, including Dante Alighieri, who considered Virgil his guide through the depths of Hell in “The Divine Comedy.” The impact of Virgil’s poetry can also be seen in later works of literature, art, and even political discourse.
Virgil’s lasting legacy lies in his ability to capture the human experience and convey profound insights through his poetic vision. His works continue to be studied, translated, and admired for their beauty, depth, and timeless relevance. Virgil’s contributions to literature have solidified his status as one of the greatest poets of all time, and his influence on Western culture remains immeasurable.
Yield not to calamity, but face her boldly.
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Who can blind lover’s eyes?
Virgil
Your descendants shall gather your fruits.
Virgil
One man excels in eloquence, another in arms.
Virgil
The medicine increases the disease.
Virgil
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[table “121” could not be loaded /]The only safety for the conquered is to expect no safety.
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The descent to the infernal regions is easy enough, but to retrace one’s steps, and reach the air above, there’s the rub.
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Persevere and preserve yourselves for better circumstances.
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Perhaps the day may come when we shall remember these sufferings with joy.
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Perhaps even these things, one day, will be pleasing to remember.
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Passion and strife bow down the mind.
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O accursed hunger of gold, to what dost thou not compel human hearts!
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None but himself can be his parallel.
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Myself acquainted with misfortune, I learn to help the unfortunate.
Virgil
The world cares very little about what a man or woman knows; it is what a man or woman is able to do that counts.
Virgil
Who asks whether the enemy was defeated by strategy or valor?
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They succeed, because they think they can.
Virgil
Love conquers all.
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Love begets love, love knows no rules, this is same for all.
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Let not our proposal be disregarded on the score of our youth.
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Mind moves matter.
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To have died once is enough.
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Hug the shore; let others try the deep.
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Wherever the fates lead us let us follow.
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What region of the earth is not full of our calamities?
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What each man feared would happen to himself, did not trouble him when he saw that it would ruin another.
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We can’t all do everything.
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Want of pluck shows want of blood.
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Veiling truth in mystery.
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They can because they think they can.
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Trust not to much to appearances.
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Their rage supplies them with weapons.
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Time passes irrevocably.
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Time is flying never to return.
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Time flies never to be recalled.
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It never troubles the wolf how many the sheep may be.
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They can conquer who believe they can.
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They are able because they think they are able.
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There’s a snake lurking in the grass.
Virgil
There should be no strife with the vanquished or the dead.
Virgil
Trust one who has tried.
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Better times perhaps await us who are now wretched.
Virgil
Even virtue is fairer when it appears in a beautiful person.
Virgil
Each of us bears his own Hell.
Virgil
It is easy to go down into Hell; night and day, the gates of dark Death stand wide; but to climb back again, to retrace one’s steps to the upper air – there’s the rub, the task.
Virgil
Consider what each soil will bear, and what each refuses.
Virgil
Confidence cannot find a place wherein to rest in safety.
Virgil
Come what may, all bad fortune is to be conquered by endurance.
Virgil
Every calamity is to be overcome by endurance.
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But meanwhile time flies; it flies never to be regained.
Virgil
Endure the present, and watch for better things.
Virgil
As the twig is bent the tree inclines.
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All things deteriorate in time.
Virgil
All our sweetest hours fly fastest.
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Age steals away all things, even the mind.
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Age carries all things away, even the mind.
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A fault is fostered by concealment.
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I shudder when relating it.
Virgil
Cease to think that the decrees of the gods can be changed by prayers.
Virgil
Happy the man who has been able to learn the causes of things.
Virgil
In strife who inquires whether stratagem or courage was used?
Virgil
If ye despise the human race, and mortal arms, yet remember that there is a God who is mindful of right and wrong.
Virgil
If one swain scorns you, you will soon find another.
Virgil
I fear the Greeks, even when they bring gifts.
Virgil
Do not yield to misfortunes, but advance more boldly to meet them, as your fortune permits you.
Virgil
He enters the port with a full sail.
Virgil
Every man makes a god of his own desire.
Virgil
Happy is he who can trace effects to their causes.
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Go forth a conqueror and win great victories.
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Fate will find a way.
Virgil
From one learn all.
Virgil
From my example learn to be just, and not to despise the gods.
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Fortune sides with him who dares.
Virgil
Fortune favours the bold.
Virgil
Fear is proof of a degenerate mind.
Virgil
Every sound alarms.
Virgil
Fury itself supplies arms.
Virgil
He like a rock in the sea unshaken stands his ground.
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