This above all makes history useful and desirable; it unfolds before our eyes a glorious record of exemplary actions.
LIVYShared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.
More Livy Quotes
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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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Dignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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Great contests generally excite great animosities.
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Truth is often eclipsed but never extinguished.
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Adversity reminds men of religion.
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The less there is of fear, the less there is of danger.
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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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There is an old saying which, from its truth, has become proverbial, that friendships should be immortal, enmities mortal.
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It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
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Treachery, though at first very cautious, in the end betrays itself.
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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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The sun has not yet set for all time.
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No man likes to be surpassed by those of his own level.
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Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.
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The result showed that fortune helps the brave.
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