When you have observed how the field work has progressed, what things have been done, and what remains undone.
CATO THE ELDERThe more you go, the more will the place please you, if it be worth your attention. Give heed to the appearance of the neighbourhood.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
-
-
Furthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.
CATO THE ELDER -
Cessation of work is not accompanied by cessation of expenses
CATO THE ELDER -
Wise men learn more from fools than fools from the wise.
CATO THE ELDER -
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 ELDER -
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.
CATO THE ELDER -
A flourishing country should show its prosperity. “When you go in, look about, so that, when needs be, you can find your way out.
CATO THE ELDER -
He is nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent.
CATO THE ELDER -
Speech is the gift of all, but the thought of few.
CATO THE ELDER -
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.
CATO THE ELDER -
After I’m dead I’d rather have people ask why I have no monument than why I have one.
CATO THE ELDER -
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.
CATO THE ELDER -
We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them.
CATO THE ELDER -
The hero saves us. Praise the hero! Now, who will save us from the hero?
CATO THE ELDER -
Patience is the greatest of all virtues.
CATO THE ELDER -
Not at all. Once they have achieved equality, they will be your masters . . .
CATO THE ELDER