Luck is of little moment to the great general, for it is under the control of his intellect and his judgment.
LIVYThere is an old saying which, from its truth, has become proverbial, that friendships should be immortal, enmities mortal.
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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 fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.
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Law is a thing which is insensible, and inexorable, more beneficial and more profitious to the weak than to the strong; it admits of no mitigation nor pardon, once you have overstepped its limits.
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The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.
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We feel public misfortunes just so far as they affect our private circumstances, and nothing of this nature appeals more directly to us than the loss of money.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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No law is sufficiently convenient to all.
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In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.
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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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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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Great contests generally excite great animosities.
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Never is work without reward, or reward without work.
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Friendships ought to be immortal, hostilities mortal.
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It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.
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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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