Ovid
Metamorphoses
Sayings by Ovid
The timid lover is rarely victorious.
The gods help those who dare.
The envious man is his own executioner.
The lover is ever anxious.
The timid lover is seldom fortunate.
The envious man is his own murderer.
The lover is ever suspicious.
The gods assist the bold.
The lover is ever distrustful.
The timid lover is rarely triumphant.
The gods support the brave.
The gods favor the courageous.
The envious man is his own assassin.
The lover is ever insecure.
The gods reward the daring.
The gods smile on the brave.
The gods cherish the bold.
The gods protect the bold.
The lover is ever terrified.
The lover is ever frightened.