Ovid

Literature Roman -43 – 17 77 quotes

A Roman poet who lived during the reign of Augustus, known for his Metamorphoses.

Quotes by Ovid

The highest law is to love.

Ars Amatoria 1

Nothing is stronger than custom.

Metamorphoses 8

Exile is a teacher of many lessons.

Tristia 9

Poetry is a light thing, but it can move the world.

Tristia 9

The gods themselves cannot recall their gifts.

Metamorphoses 8

Love conquers all.

Remedia Amoris 1

I see and approve better things, but follow worse.

Metamorphoses 1

Wine and love are the only medicines for a heavy heart.

Amores 16

The world is full of wonders.

Metamorphoses 8

Fate leads the willing, and drags the unwilling.

Epistulae ex Ponto 13

A small spark can start a great fire.

Ars Amatoria 1

In times of hardship, poetry is my solace.

Tristia 9

Beauty is a fragile gift from the gods.

Metamorphoses 8

Jealousy is the companion of love.

Ars Amatoria 1

The pen is mightier than the sword in matters of the heart.

Amores 16

Laughter is the best medicine for sorrow.

Epistulae ex Ponto 13

Exile has taught me the value of home.

Tristia 9

The Muses are my only friends in this distant land.

Epistulae ex Ponto 12

Love's madness is the sweetest.

Ars Amatoria 1

Time flies when you're in love.

Amores 16