The mind sins, not the body; if there is no intention, there is no blame.
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.
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Toil and pleasure, dissimilar in nature, are nevertheless united by a certain natural bond.
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Necessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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Luck rules every human endeavor, especially war.
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No wickedness proceeds on any grounds of reason.
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We can endure neither our vices nor their cure.
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Fame opportunely despised often comes back redoubled.
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The study of History is the best medicine for a sick mind.
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Truth, they say, is but too often in difficulties, but is never finally suppressed.
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Great contests generally excite great animosities.
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Persevere in virtue and diligence.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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He will have true glory who despises it.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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