There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
LIVYWar 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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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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The most honorable, as well as the safest course, is to rely entirely upon valour.
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There is nothing man will not attempt when great enterprises hold out the promise of great rewards.
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The less there is of fear, the less there is of danger.
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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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Prosperity engenders sloth.
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Adversity reminds men of religion.
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Adversity makes men remember God.
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We survive on adversity and perish in ease and comfort.
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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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An honor prudently declined often returns with increased luster.
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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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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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A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.
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Nothing is so uncertain or unpredictable as the feelings of a crowd.
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