Wise men profit more from fools than fools from wise men; for the wise men shun the mistakes of fools, but fools do not imitate the successes of the wise.
CATO THE ELDERThe public has more interest in the punishment of an injury than he who receives it.
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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We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them.
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Suffer women once to arrive at an equality with you, and they will from that moment become your superiors.
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I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment.
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From lightest words sometimes the direst quarrel springs.
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There is a wide difference between true courage and a mere contempt of life.
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Cessation of work is not accompanied by cessation of expenses
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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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When you have observed how the field work has progressed, what things have been done, and what remains undone.
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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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A flourishing country should show its prosperity. “When you go in, look about, so that, when needs be, you can find your way out.
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The public has more interest in the punishment of an injury than he who receives it.
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Between the mouth and the morsel many things may happen.
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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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The worst ruler is one who cannot rule himself.
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