Conspicuous by his absence.
TACITUSNone grieve so ostentatiously as those who rejoice most in heart. [Lat., Nulla jactantius moerent quam qui maxime laetantur.]
More Tacitus Quotes
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The hatred of relatives is the most violent.
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Benefits 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.
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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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The worst hatred is that of relatives.
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Perdomita Britannia et statim omissa. Britain was conquered and immediately lost.
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A bitter jest, when it comes too near the truth, leaves a sharp sting behind it.
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Christianity is a pestilent superstition.
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The most detestable race of enemies are flatterers.
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The changeful change of circumstances. [Lat., Varia sors rerum.]
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The desire of glory is the last infirmity cast off even by the wise.
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A desire to resist oppression is implanted in the nature of man.
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They make solitude, which they call peace.
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Cassius and Brutus were the more distinguished for that very circumstance that their portraits were absent.
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Many who seem to be struggling with adversity are happy; many, amid great affluence, are utterly miserable.
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Greater things are believed of those who are absent.
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