When the State is corrupt, then the laws are most multiplied.
TACITUSWhen the State is corrupt, then the laws are most multiplied.
TACITUSBenefits received are a delight to us as long as we think we can requite them; when that possibility is far exceeded, they are repaid with hatred instead of gratitude.
TACITUSNone grieve so ostentatiously as those who rejoice most in heart. [Lat., Nulla jactantius moerent quam qui maxime laetantur.]
TACITUSBottling up his malice to be suppressed and brought out with increased violence.
TACITUSTraitors are hated even by those whom they prefer.
TACITUSThe sciences throw an inexpressible grace over our compositions, even where they are not immediately concerned; as their effects are discernible where we least expect to find them.
TACITUSThe love of fame is the last weakness which even the wise resign.
TACITUSPower acquired by guilt was never used for a good purpose.
TACITUSFalsehood avails itself of haste and uncertainty.
TACITUSValor is of no service, chance rules all, and the bravest often fall by the hands of cowards.
TACITUSMany who seem to be struggling with adversity are happy; many, amid great affluence, are utterly miserable.
TACITUSThings are not to be judged good or bad merely because the public think so.
TACITUSWhatever is unknown is magnified.
TACITUSAll enterprises that are entered into with indiscreet zeal may be pursued with great vigor at first, but are sure to collapse in the end.
TACITUSMore faults are often committed while we are trying to oblige than while we are giving offense.
TACITUSThe unknown always passes for the marvellous.
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