Quotes by Syrus, Publilius

Do not despise the bottom rungs in the ascent to greatness. >>

Pain of mind is worse than pain of body. >>

One is not exposed to danger who, even when in safety is always on the >>

Quotations about Ambition

I too must attempt a way by which I can raise myself above the ground, >>

Ambition makes the same mistake concerning power that avarice makes co >>

Like dogs in a wheel, birds in a cage, or squirrels in a chain, ambiti >>

If you wish to reach the highest, begin at the lowest.

Syrus, Publilius