If we must fall, we should boldly meet our fate.
TACITUSThe grove is the centre of their whole religion. It is regarded as the cradle of the race and the dwelling-place of the supreme god to whom all things are subject and obedient.
More Tacitus Quotes
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The persecution of genius fosters its influence.
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The lust of fame is the last that a wise man shakes off.
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The worst crimes were dared by a few, willed by more and tolerated by all.
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Modest fame is not to be despised by the highest characters. [Lat., Modestiae fama neque summis mortalibus spernenda est.]
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Once killing starts, it is difficult to draw the line.
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In a state where corruption abounds, laws must be very numerous.
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More faults are often committed while we are trying to oblige than while we are giving offense.
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It is of eloquence as of a flame; it requires matter to feed it, and motion to excite it; and it brightens as it burns.
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In seasons of tumult and discord bad men have most power; mental and moral excellence require peace and quietness.
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Cruelty is fed, not weakened, by tears.
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Remedies are more tardy in their operation than diseases.
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We are corrupted by good fortune. [Lat., Felicitate corrumpimur.]
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Candor and generosity, unless tempered by due moderation, leads to ruin.
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There can never be a complete confidence in a power which is excessive.
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A cowardly populace which will dare nothing beyond talk.
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