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There is, to be sure, no evil without something good.

Pliny the Elder

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It is ridiculous to suppose that the great head of things, whatever it be, pays any regard to human affairs.
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It [the earth] alone remains immoveable, whilst all things revolve round it.
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Always act in such a way as to secure the love of your neighbour.
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