Search results for Western maritime culture, likely originated in Europe

Men at some time are masters of their fates.

William Shakespeare

There is a tide in the affairs of men, which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune.

William Shakespeare

What light through yonder window breaks?

William Shakespeare

I am constant as the northern star.

William Shakespeare

I must be cruel only to be kind; thus bad begins, and worse remains behind.

William Shakespeare

Come what come may, time and the hour runs through the roughest day.

William Shakespeare

Journeys end in lovers meeting.

William Shakespeare

I will praise any man that will praise me.

William Shakespeare

The smallest worm will turn, being trodden on.

William Shakespeare

There was never yet philosopher that could endure the toothache patiently.

William Shakespeare