I think the first virtue is to restrain the tongue; he approaches nearest to gods who knows how to be silent, even though he is in the right.
CATO THE ELDERFurthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.
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There is a wide difference between true courage and a mere contempt of life.
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Furthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.
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He who fears death has already lost the life he covets.
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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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You must keep her on a tight rein.
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He is nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent.
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Patience is the greatest of all virtues.
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An orator is a good man who is skilled in speaking.
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All mankind rules its women, and we rule all mankind, but our women rule us.
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It is a difficult matter to argue with the belly since it has no ears.
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Even though work stops, expenses run on.
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The hero saves us. Praise the hero! Now, who will save us from the hero?
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From lightest words sometimes the direst quarrel springs.
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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An angry man opens his mouth and shuts his eyes.
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