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.
LIVYI have often heard that the outstanding man is he who thinks deeply about a problem, and the next is he who listens carefully to advice.
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The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.
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No man likes to be surpassed by those of his own level.
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In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.
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It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.
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Events of great consequence often spring from trifling circumstances.
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Nothing hurts worse than the loss of money.
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The less there is of fear, the less there is of danger.
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There are laws for peace as well as war.
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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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Adversity makes men remember God.
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Men are seldom blessed with good fortune and good sense at the same time.
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A woman’s mind is affected by the meanest gifts.
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Many things complicated by nature are restored by reason.
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Persevere in virtue and diligence.
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No crime can ever be defended on rational grounds.
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