Luck is of little moment to the great general, for it is under the control of his intellect and his judgment.
LIVYNothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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Adversity makes men remember God.
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Nothing is so uncertain or unpredictable as the feelings of a crowd.
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That business does not prosper which you transact with the eyes of others.
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The troubles which have come upon us always seem more serious than those which are only threatening.
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Friends should be judged by their acts, not their words.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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Adversity reminds men of religion.
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Truth, they say, is but too often in difficulties, but is never finally suppressed.
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A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.
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This above all makes history useful and desirable; it unfolds before our eyes a glorious record of exemplary actions.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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Never is work without reward, or reward without work.
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An honor prudently declined often returns with increased luster.
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We feel public misfortunes just so far as they affect our private circumstances, and nothing of this nature appeals more directly to us than the loss of money.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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