There is an old saying which, from its truth, has become proverbial, that friendships should be immortal, enmities mortal.
LIVYIn adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.
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Toil and pleasure, dissimilar in nature, are nevertheless united by a certain natural bond.
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He will have true glory who despises it.
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Nothing hurts worse than the loss of money.
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Persevere in virtue and diligence.
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It is when fortune is the most propitious that she is least to be trusted.
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In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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All things will be clear and distinct to the man who does not hurry; haste is blind and improvident.
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Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.
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There is nothing worse than being ashamed of parsimony or poverty.
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In war, mere appearances have had all the effect of realities; and that a person, under a firm persuasion that he can command resources, virtually has them; that very prospect inspiring him with hope and boldness in his exertions.
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Envy is blind, and is only clever in depreciating the virtues of others.
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The result showed that fortune helps the brave.
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Woe to the conquered.
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When Tarquin the Proud was asked what was the best mode of governing a conquered city, he replied only by beating down with his staff all the tallest poppies in his garden.
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Luck rules every human endeavor, especially war.
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