Man is most nearly himself when he achieves the seriousness ... - Juvenal

"Man is most nearly himself when he achieves the seriousness of the child at play."

Juvenal Humor

Poet Satirist Ancient Rome 60–130

More from Juvenal

"Bread and circuses - that is what the people desire."

"Nothing is so unbelievable that oratory cannot make it acceptable."

"Who will guard the guards themselves?"

"Honesty is praised and starves."

"Never underestimate the power of a good laugh."

"Laughter is the best medicine."

"A good laugh is the best medicine."

"Laughter is contagious and wonderful."