Marcus Terentius Varro, born in 116 BC and died in 27 BC, was a renowned Roman writer, scholar, and philosopher. He is known for his extensive knowledge and prolific writings, covering a wide range of subjects including agriculture, grammar, and philosophy.
Related Quotes
“It is for the good of states that men should be deluded by religion.”
“What, if as said, man is a bubble. [Lat., Quod, ut dictur, si est homo bulla, eo magis senex.]”
“For my eightieth year warns me to pack up my baggage before I leave life.”
“Divine Nature gave the fields, human art built the cities.”
“The longest part of the journey is said to be the passing of the gate.”
Source: Delphi Complete Works of Varro (Illustrated)
“Not all who own a harp are harpers.”
Source: Marcus Porcius Cato, On agriculture; Marcus Terentius Varro. On agriculture