Prosperity engenders sloth.
LIVYAdversity makes men remember God.
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Persevere in virtue and diligence.
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In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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No wickedness proceeds on any grounds of reason.
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Men are only clever at shifting blame from their own shoulders to those of others.
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In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.
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Luck is of little moment to the great general, for it is under the control of his intellect and his judgment.
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Valor is the soldier’s adornment.
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Fame opportunely despised often comes back redoubled.
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The mind sins, not the body; if there is no intention, there is no blame.
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Adversity reminds men of religion.
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No law is sufficiently convenient to all.
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From abundance springs safety.
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Envy, like flames, soars upwards.
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Events of great consequence often spring from trifling circumstances.
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There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
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