Things that we hear pass quicker from our minds than what we read. Ausonius More Quotes by Ausonius More Quotes From Ausonius Begin -- to begin is half the work, let half still remain; again begin this, and thou wilt have finished. Ausonius Forgive many things in others nothing in yourself. Ausonius He who does not know how to be silent will not know how to speak. Ausonius If thou intendest to do a good act, do it quickly, and then thou wilt excite gratitude; a favour if it be slow in being conferred causes ingratitude. Ausonius If you are a terror to many, then beware of many. Ausonius Propaganda is the art of persuading others of what you don't believe yourself. Ausonius Set about whatever you intend to do; the beginning is half the battle. Ausonius Truth is the mother of hatred. Ausonius Let us never know what old age is. Let us know the happiness time brings, not count the years. Ausonius old-age age time birthday happiness If fortune favors you do not be elated; if she frowns do not despond. Ausonius she you wisdom fortune No man pleases by silence; many I please by speaking briefly. Ausonius many man please silence When about to commit a base deed, respect thyself, though there is no witness. Ausonius though about respect witness