Woe to the conquered.
LIVYA 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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In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.
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We survive on adversity and perish in ease and comfort.
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Necessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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The result showed that fortune helps the brave.
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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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In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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No law is quite appropriate for all.
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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 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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Great contests generally excite great animosities.
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Friendships ought to be immortal, hostilities mortal.
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From abundance springs safety.
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There is nothing worse than being ashamed of parsimony or poverty.
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A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.
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Truth is often eclipsed but never extinguished.
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