Never is work without reward, or reward without work.
LIVYThe troubles which have come upon us always seem more serious than those which are only threatening.
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Avarice and luxury, those evils which have been the ruin of every great state.
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Men are only clever at shifting blame from their own shoulders to those of others.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.
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Prosperity engenders sloth.
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War is just to those for whom it is necessary, and arms are clear of impiety for those who have no hope left but in arms.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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War is just to those to whom war is necessary.
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The study of History is the best medicine for a sick mind.
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Luck rules every human endeavor, especially war.
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The troubles which have come upon us always seem more serious than those which are only threatening.
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A fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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Events of great consequence often spring from trifling circumstances.
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A woman’s mind is affected by the meanest gifts.
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