One who is allowed to sin, sins less
TACITUSNothing mortal is so unstable and subject to change as power which has no foundation.
More Tacitus Quotes
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Old things are always in good repute, present things in disfavor.
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The more numerous the laws, the more corrupt the government.
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Lust of power is the most flagrant of all the passions.
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Flattery labors under the odious charge of servility.
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Crime, once exposed, has no refuge but in audacity.
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Things forbidden have a secret charm.
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Remedies are more tardy in their operation than diseases.
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In valor there is hope.
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He (Tiberius) was wont to mock at the arts of physicians, and at those who, after thirty years of age, needed counsel as to what was good or bad for their bodies.
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All things atrocious and shameless flock from all parts to Rome.
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Valor is of no service, chance rules all, and the bravest often fall by the hands of cowards.
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Once killing starts, it is difficult to draw the line.
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An honorable death is better than a dishonorable life.
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Reckless adventure is the fool’s hazard.
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The gods are on the side of the stronger.
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