8+ Vespasian Quotes And Sayings
Following is our list of the best Vespasian quotes and sayings.
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Dear me! I must be turning into a god. — Vespasian
Dear me, I believe I am becoming a god. An emperor ought at least to die on his feet. — Vespasian
It becomes an emperor to die standing (i.e., "in harness"). [Lat., Decet imperatorem statem mori.] — Vespasian
Quell rebellion before it spreads. — Vespasian
It becomes an emperor to die standing. — Vespasian
Woe is me. Me thinks I'm turning into a god. — Vespasian
The body of a dead enemy always smells sweet. — Vespasian
Riches are well, if gotten well and spent well. — Vespasian
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