It is a difficult matter to argue with the belly since it has no ears.
CATO THE ELDERI can pardon everybody’s mistakes except my own.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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Not at all. Once they have achieved equality, they will be your masters . . .
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You should summon your overseer the next day, and should call for a report of what work has been done in good season and why it has not been possible to complete the rest, and what wine and corn and other crops have been gathered.
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When you have decided to purchase a farm, be careful not to buy rashly; do not spare your visits and be not content with a single tour of inspection.
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He is nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent.
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Even though work stops, expenses run on.
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Furthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.
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We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them.
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Patience is the greatest of all virtues.
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Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.
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Grasp the subject, the words will follow.
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Woman is a violent and uncontrolled animal, and it is useless to let go the reins and then expect her not to kick over the traces.
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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The more you go, the more will the place please you, if it be worth your attention. Give heed to the appearance of the neighbourhood.
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You must keep her on a tight rein.
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Wise men learn more from fools than fools from the wise.
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