Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.
CATO THE ELDERIf you are ruled by mind you are a king; if by body, a slave.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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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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From lightest words sometimes the direst quarrel springs.
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Anger so clouds the mind that it cannot perceive the truth.
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There is a wide difference between true courage and a mere contempt of life.
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An angry man opens his mouth and shuts his eyes.
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Between the mouth and the morsel many things may happen.
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He is nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent.
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Grasp the subject, the words will follow.
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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The hero saves us. Praise the hero! Now, who will save us from the hero?
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The worst ruler is one who cannot rule himself.
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Cessation of work is not accompanied by cessation of expenses
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You must keep her on a tight rein.
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Not at all. Once they have achieved equality, they will be your masters . . .
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If you are ruled by mind you are a king; if by body, a slave.
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