Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
LIVYLuck is of little moment to the great general, for it is under the control of his intellect and his judgment.
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The less there is of fear, the less there is of danger.
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Under the influence of fear, which always leads men to take a pessimistic view of things, they magnified their enemies’ resources, and minimized their own.
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It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.
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That business does not prosper which you transact with the eyes of others.
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Fame opportunely despised often comes back redoubled.
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Bad beginnings, bad endings.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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There are laws for peace as well as war.
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There is an old saying which, from its truth, has become proverbial, that friendships should be immortal, enmities mortal.
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This was the Athenians’ war against the King of Macedon, a war of words. Words are the only weapons the Athenians have left.
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The mind sins, not the body; if there is no intention, there is no blame.
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There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
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Events of great consequence often spring from trifling circumstances.
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Nothing is so uncertain or unpredictable as the feelings of a crowd.
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Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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Resistance to criminal rashness comes better late than never.
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There is nothing that is more often clothed in an attractive garb than a false creed.
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I have often heard that the outstanding man is he who thinks deeply about a problem, and the next is he who listens carefully to advice.
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Friends should be judged by their acts, not their words.
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Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.
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Greater is our terror of the unknown.
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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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Great contests generally excite great animosities.
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From abundance springs safety.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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