Luck is of little moment to the great general, for it is under the control of his intellect and his judgment.
LIVYSuch is the nature of crowds: either they are humble and servile or arrogant and dominating. They are incapable of making moderate use of freedom, which is the middle course, or of keeping it.
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A certain peace is better and safer than a victory in prospect; the former is at your own disposal, the latter depends upon the gods.
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In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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Adversity reminds men of religion.
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