In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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.
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In 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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Wit is the flower of the imagination.
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The result showed that fortune helps the brave.
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The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.
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The mind sins, not the body; if there is no intention, there is no blame.
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War is just to those to whom war is necessary.
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Never is work without reward, or reward without work.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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No man likes to be surpassed by those of his own level.
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No one wants to be excelled by his relatives.
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The sun has not yet set for all time.
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Avarice and luxury, those evils which have been the ruin of every great state.
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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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Necessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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