Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
LIVYDignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
LIVYNo law is quite appropriate for all.
LIVYBad beginnings, bad endings.
LIVYEnvy is blind, and is only clever in depreciating the virtues of others.
LIVYBetter and safer is an assured peace than a victory hoped for. The one is in your own power, the other is in the hands of the gods.
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.
LIVYWar 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.
LIVYIt is when fortune is the most propitious that she is least to be trusted.
LIVYUnder the influence of fear, which always leads men to take a pessimistic view of things, they magnified their enemies’ resources, and minimized their own.
LIVYThe result showed that fortune helps the brave.
LIVYMen are slower to recognize blessings than evils.
LIVYEnvy, like flames, soars upwards.
LIVYNo one wants to be excelled by his relatives.
LIVYNecessity is the last and strongest weapon.
LIVYThere is nothing man will not attempt when great enterprises hold out the promise of great rewards.
LIVYIn 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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