A Quote by Publilius Syrus

Prosperity has no power over adversity.

Publilius Syrus

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Adversity Over Power Prosperity

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Publilius Syrus
Roman - Writer
85 BC - 43 BC

So use prosperity, that adversity may not abuse thee: if in the one, security admits no fears, in the other, despair will afford no hopes; he that in prosperity can foretell a danger can in adversity foresee deliverance.

Francis Quarles

In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.

Livy

Consider that nothing in human life is stable; for then you will not exult overmuch in prosperity, nor grieve overmuch in adversity. Rejoice over the good things which come to you, but grieve in moderation over the evils which befall you.

Isocrates

We are inclined to call things by the wrong names. We call prosperity 'happiness', and adversity 'misery' eventhough adversity is the school of wisdom and often the way to eternal happiness.

William Penn

Adversity is sometimes hard upon a man; but for one man who can stand prosperity, there are a hundred that will stand adversity.

Elvis Presley

Be moderate in prosperity, prudent in adversity.

Periander

Prosperity often presages adversity.

Hosea Ballou

Be generous in prosperity, and thankful in adversity.

Baha'u'llah

One who was abhorred by all in prosperity is adored by all in adversity.

Baltasar Gracian

Adversity is always unexpected and unwelcomed. It is an intruder and a thief. But in the hands of God, adversity becomes the means through which HIS Supernatural Power is demonstrated.