An angry man opens his mouth and shuts his eyes.
CATO THE ELDERThe hero saves us. Praise the hero! Now, who will save us from the hero?
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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Patience is the greatest of all virtues.
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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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Women want total freedom or rather – to call things by their names – total licence. If you allow them to achieve complete equality with men, do you think they will be easier to live with?
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From lightest words sometimes the direst quarrel springs.
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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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Farming, if you do one thing late, you will be late in all your work.
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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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Not at all. Once they have achieved equality, they will be your masters . . .
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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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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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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Grasp the subject, the words will follow.
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Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.
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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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