It is easier to criticize than to correct our past errors.
LIVYDignity is a matter which concerns only mankind.
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It is when fortune is the most propitious that she is least to be trusted.
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Nothing is so uncertain or unpredictable as the feelings of a crowd.
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Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.
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In grave difficulties, and with little hope, the boldest measures are the safest.
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Nothing hurts worse than the loss of money.
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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 study of History is the best medicine for a sick mind.
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When Tarquin the Proud was asked what was the best mode of governing a conquered city, he replied only by beating down with his staff all the tallest poppies in his garden.
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He is truly a man who will not permit himself to be unduly elated when fortune’s breeze is favorable, or cast down when it is adverse.
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There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.
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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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Many things complicated by nature are restored by reason.
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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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Under 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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Adversity makes men remember God.
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That business does not prosper which you transact with the eyes of others.
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Greater is our terror of the unknown.
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Nothing moves more quickly than scandal.
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There is nothing man will not attempt when great enterprises hold out the promise of great rewards.
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War is just to those to whom war is necessary.
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The troubles which have come upon us always seem more serious than those which are only threatening.
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The sun has not yet set for all time.
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Many difficulties which nature throws in our way, may be smoothed away by the exercise of intelligence.
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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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Envy is blind, and is only clever in depreciating the virtues of others.
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Valor is the soldier’s adornment.
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