I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment.
CATO THE ELDERYou must keep her on a tight rein.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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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.
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Furthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.
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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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All mankind rules its women, and we rule all mankind, but our women rule us.
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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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The hero saves us. Praise the hero! Now, who will save us from the hero?
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You must keep her on a tight rein.
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An orator is a good man who is skilled in speaking.
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Moreover, I consider that Carthage should be destroyed.
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He is nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent.
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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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There is a wide difference between true courage and a mere contempt of life.
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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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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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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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