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Quotes from The Caesars — Julian

331–363

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Never indeed will there be or appear an orator so gifted that he could describe such surpassing beauty as shines forth on the countenance of the gods.

The Caesars (361)

Let every man choose his own guardian and guide.

The Caesars (361)

Having the fewest possible needs, and doing good to the greatest possible number.

The Caesars (361)

It is the season of the Kronia, during which the god allows us to make merry.

The Caesars (361)

Know all ye mortals who have entered this contest,
that according to our laws and decrees the victor is
allowed to exult but the vanquished must not complain.

The Caesars (361)

Caesar, can there be anyone so dull and stupid as to take pains over jesting? I always thought that such pleasantries were a relaxation of the mind and a relief from pains and cares.

The Caesars (361)

How keen in war your swords!
But now 'tis wisdom's turn;
Now let your rivals learn
How keen can be your words.

The Caesars (361)

And lo, the hour is here
And summons you. Appear!
Ye may no more delay.
Come hear the herald's call
Ye princes one and all.

The Caesars (361)

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Quotes and notes from Wikiquote: Julian (page history), available under CC BY-SA 4.0.