None make a greater show of sorrow than those who are most delighted.
TACITUSWe extol ancient things, regardless of our own times. [Lat., Vetera extollimus recentium incuriosi.]
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He that fights and runs away, May turn and fight another day; But he that is in battle slain, Will never rise to fight again.
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Nature gives liberty even to dumb animals.
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The 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.
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Things are not to be judged good or bad merely because the public think so.
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The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise.
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Lust of power is the most flagrant of all the passions.
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Viewed from a distance, everything is beautiful.
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There are odious virtues; such as inflexible severity, and an integrity that accepts of no favor.
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The worst crimes were dared by a few, willed by more and tolerated by all.
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It is more reverent to believe in the works of the Deity than to comprehend them.
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Noble character is best appreciated in those ages in which it can most readily develop.
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We extol ancient things, regardless of our own times. [Lat., Vetera extollimus recentium incuriosi.]
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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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Reckless adventure is the fool’s hazard.
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Valor is the contempt of death and pain.
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