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Now, that the sovereign power and deity, whatsoever it is, should have regard of mankind, is a toy and vanity worthy to be laughed at.

Pliny the Elder

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The best plan is to profit by the folly of others.
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War should neither be feared nor provoked.
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Most men are afraid of a bad name, but few fear their consciences.
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