The less there is of fear, the less there is of danger.
LIVYThe name of freedom regained is sweet to hear.
More Livy Quotes
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There is nothing worse than being ashamed of parsimony or poverty.
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The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.
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No man likes to be surpassed by those of his own level.
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It is easy at any moment to resign the possession of a great fortune; to acquire it is difficult and arduous.
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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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Great contests generally excite great animosities.
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No one wants to be excelled by his relatives.
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Luck rules every human endeavor, especially war.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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This above all makes history useful and desirable; it unfolds before our eyes a glorious record of exemplary actions.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.
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Friendships ought to be immortal, hostilities mortal.
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This above all makes history useful and desirable; it unfolds before our eyes a glorious record of exemplary actions.
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Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.
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