When you have observed how the field work has progressed, what things have been done, and what remains undone.
CATO THE ELDERPatience is the greatest of all virtues.
More Cato the Elder Quotes
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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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Farming, if you do one thing late, you will be late in all your work.
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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 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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An angry man opens his mouth and shuts his eyes.
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Be firm or mild as the occasion may require.
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Speech is the gift of all, but the thought of few.
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Wise men learn more from fools than fools from the wise.
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It is a difficult matter to argue with the belly since it has no ears.
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All mankind rules its women, and we rule all mankind, but our women rule us.
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Furthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.
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Patience is the greatest of all virtues.
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He is nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent.
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Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.
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Moreover, I consider that Carthage should be destroyed.
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