He who fears death has already lost the life he covets.
CATO THE ELDERThe worst ruler is one who cannot rule himself.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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The hero saves us. Praise the hero! Now, who will save us from the hero?
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Farming, if you do one thing late, you will be late in all your work.
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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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Wise men learn more from fools than fools from the wise.
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Not at all. Once they have achieved equality, they will be your masters . . .
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Buy not what you want, but what you have need of; what you do not want is dear at a farthing.
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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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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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When you have arrived at your country house and have saluted your household, you should make the rounds of the farm the same day, if possible; if not, then certainly the next day.
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An orator is a good man who is skilled in speaking.
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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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Moreover, I consider that Carthage should be destroyed.
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Anger so clouds the mind that it cannot perceive the truth.
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Lighter is the wound foreseen.
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