Aesop
Aesop
Aesopwas an Ancient Greek fabulist or story teller credited with a number of fables now collectively known as Aesop's Fables. Although his existence remains uncertain and no writings by him survive, numerous tales credited to him were gathered across the centuries and in many languages in a storytelling tradition that continues to this day. Many of the tales are characterized by animals and inanimate objects that speak, solve problems, and generally have human characteristics...
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disease fables remedy
Avoid a remedy that is worse than the disease.
men fables inspirational-presidential
A man is known by the company he keeps
life prayer fables
It is in vain to expect our prayers to be heard, if we do not strive as well as pray.
believe fables companion
If you choose bad companions, no one will believe that you are anything but bad yourself.
life self fables
Self-help is the best help
friendship fables
Equals make the best friends.
silly clothes fables
Fine clothes may disguise, but silly words will disclose a fool
life civilization fables
Put your shoulder to the wheel.
being-yourself bird fables
It is not only fine feathers that make fine birds.
life fables appearance
Outside show is a poor substitute for inner worth.
winning contentment fables
Be content with your lot; one cannot be first in everything.
adversity men fables
Men often bear little grievances with less courage than they do large misfortunes.
wisdom literature fables
Do not count your chickens before they are hatched.
fake-friends fables ruined
Betray a friend, and you'll often find you have ruined yourself.