There are laws for peace as well as war.
LIVYThe name of freedom regained is sweet to hear.
More Livy Quotes
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No one wants to be excelled by his relatives.
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Friendships ought to be immortal, hostilities mortal.
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Truth, they say, is but too often in difficulties, but is never finally suppressed.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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A certain peace is better and safer than a victory in prospect; the former is at your own disposal, the latter depends upon the gods.
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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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No law is sufficiently convenient to all.
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In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.
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Events of great consequence often spring from trifling circumstances.
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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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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.
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Fame opportunely despised often comes back redoubled.
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War is just to those for whom it is necessary, and arms are clear of impiety for those who have no hope left but in arms.
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A fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.
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