The end of a dissolute life is most commonly a desperate death. Bion of Smyrna More Quotes by Bion of Smyrna More Quotes From Bion of Smyrna Arrogance is the obstruction of wisdom. Bion of Smyrna obstruction arrogance Happy is love or friendship when returned-- The lovers whose pure flames have equal burned. Bion of Smyrna flames love friendship Jest with your equals. Bion of Smyrna jest Beauty is a possession not our own. Bion of Smyrna possession beauty