It is a characteristic of the human mind to hate the man one has injured.
TACITUSIndeed, the crowning proof of their valour and their strength is that they keep up their superiority without harm to others.
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Indeed, the crowning proof of their valour and their strength is that they keep up their superiority without harm to others.
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If you would know who controls you see who you may not criticise.
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The unknown always passes for the marvellous.
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The brave and bold persist even against fortune; the timid and cowardly rush to despair though fear alone.
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They terrify lest they should fear.
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It is the nature of the human disposition to hate him whom you have injured.
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The worst hatred is that of relatives.
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One who is allowed to sin, sins less
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All enterprises that are entered into with indiscreet zeal may be pursued with great vigor at first, but are sure to collapse in the end.
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Valor is the contempt of death and pain.
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Neglected, calumny soon expires, show that you are hurt, and you give it the appearance of truth.
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Once killing starts, it is difficult to draw the line.
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Reason and calm judgment, the qualities specially belonging to a leader.
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Victor and vanquished never unite in substantial agreement.
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Even for learned men, love of fame is the last thing to be given up.
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