Sextus
Sextus (abbreviated Sex., the feminine form is Sexta, not to be confused with Sixtus) is a common ancient Roman praenomen. It probably means "sixth" (cf. Latin sextus, "sixth"). Parallel praenomina are Secundus, Tertius, Quintus, Septimus, Octavius and Decimus. These names do not necessarily denote the order in which their bearers were born.
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Famous quotes containing the word sextus:
“If you see anything, always deny that you’ve seen; or if perchance something pains you, deny that you’re hurt.”
—Propertius Sextus (c. 50–16 B.C.)
“Meanwhile I, deserted, was lamenting a little to myself your long delays in foreign loves, until sleep with its pleasing wings compelled me, fallen.”
—Propertius Sextus (c. 50–16 B.C.)
“Tell me who is able to keep his bed chaste, or which goddess is able to live with one god alone?”
—Propertius Sextus (c. 50–16 B.C.)