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.
LIVYNecessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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Men’s minds are too ready to excuse guilt in themselves.
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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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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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Those ills are easiest to bear with which we are most familiar.
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Never is work without reward, or reward without work.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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The study of History is the best medicine for a sick mind.
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It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.
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Necessity is the last and strongest weapon.
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There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
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Envy, like flames, soars upwards.
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Friends should be judged by their acts, not their words.
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The sun has not yet set for all time.
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An honor prudently declined often returns with increased luster.
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Adversity makes men remember God.
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