Toil and pleasure, dissimilar in nature, are nevertheless united by a certain natural bond.
LIVYNo law can possibly meet the convenience of every one: we must be satisfied if it be beneficial on the whole and to the majority.
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Men are only clever at shifting blame from their own shoulders to those of others.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.
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We survive on adversity and perish in ease and comfort.
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This was the Athenians’ war against the King of Macedon, a war of words. Words are the only weapons the Athenians have left.
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Prosperity engenders sloth.
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No law can possibly meet the convenience of every one: we must be satisfied if it be beneficial on the whole and to the majority.
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No man likes to be surpassed by those of his own level.
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Nothing hurts worse than the loss of money.
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There are laws for peace as well as war.
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The result showed that fortune helps the brave.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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Men’s minds are too ready to excuse guilt in themselves.
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An honor prudently declined often returns with increased luster.
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