Syrus
In Greek mythology, Syrus was the son of Sinope (daughter of Asopus and Merope) and Apollo; the syrians are named after him.
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Famous quotes containing the word syrus:
“It is not every question that deserves an answer.”
—Publilius Syrus (1st century B.C.)
“The timid man calls himself cautious, the sordid man thrifty.”
—Publilius Syrus (1st century B.C.)
“It is kindness to refuse immediately what you intend to deny.”
—Publilius Syrus (1st century B.C.)