The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.
LIVYA fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.
More Livy Quotes
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From abundance springs safety.
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No crime can ever be defended on rational grounds.
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No law is quite appropriate for all.
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Luck rules every human endeavor, especially war.
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Necessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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Toil and pleasure, dissimilar in nature, are nevertheless united by a certain natural bond.
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He is truly a man who will not permit himself to be unduly elated when fortune’s breeze is favorable, or cast down when it is adverse.
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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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In war, mere appearances have had all the effect of realities; and that a person, under a firm persuasion that he can command resources, virtually has them; that very prospect inspiring him with hope and boldness in his exertions.
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The most honorable, as well as the safest course, is to rely entirely upon valour.
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An honor prudently declined often returns with increased luster.
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It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.
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Woe to the conquered.
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The name of freedom regained is sweet to hear.
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Temerity is not always successful.
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