What does the Latin phrase 'vincit qui se vincit' mean?

It translates to "He Conquers Who Conquers Himself." It means that a person who overcomes his weaknesses or failings, who is able to control his emotions and actions, wins life's most important battle. It is an adaptation of a phrase by Publilius Syrus, a Latin writer of maxims (1st century BC). read more

It is an adaptation of a phrase by Publilius Syrus, a Latin writer of maxims (1st century BC). He wrote: Bis vincit qui se vincit in victoria meaning “He conquers twice who conquers himself when he is victorious” -- control your urge to be arrogant, smug, cruel, or vindictive when you win. read more