No man likes to be surpassed by those of his own level.
LIVYThe troubles which have come upon us always seem more serious than those which are only threatening.
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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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We survive on adversity and perish in ease and comfort.
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We can endure neither our vices nor their cure.
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That business does not prosper which you transact with the eyes of others.
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Necessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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Truth, they say, is but too often in difficulties, but is never finally suppressed.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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Woe to the conquered.
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Nowhere are our calculations more frequently upset than in war.
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The name of freedom regained is sweet to hear.
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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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This above all makes history useful and desirable; it unfolds before our eyes a glorious record of exemplary actions.
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In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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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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Men’s minds are too ready to excuse guilt in themselves.
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