If you are ruled by mind you are a king; if by body, a slave.
CATO THE ELDERGrasp the subject, the words will follow.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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The public has more interest in the punishment of an injury than he who receives it.
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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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I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment.
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After I am dead, I would rather have men ask why Cato has no monument than why he had one.
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Even though work stops, expenses run on.
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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Moreover, I consider that Carthage should be destroyed.
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Tis sometimes the height of wisdom to feign stupidity.
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Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.
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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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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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When you have observed how the field work has progressed, what things have been done, and what remains undone.
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All mankind rules its women, and we rule all mankind, but our women rule us.
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He who fears death has already lost the life he covets.
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After I’m dead I’d rather have people ask why I have no monument than why I have one.
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