All those things that are now field to be of the greatest antiquity were at one time new; what we to-day hold up by example will rank hereafter as precedent.
TACITUSAll those things that are now field to be of the greatest antiquity were at one time new; what we to-day hold up by example will rank hereafter as precedent.
TACITUSThe gods are on the side of the stronger.
TACITUSIndeed, the crowning proof of their valour and their strength is that they keep up their superiority without harm to others.
TACITUSKindness, so far as we can return it, is agreeable.
TACITUSFear is not in the habit of speaking truth; when perfect sincerity is expected, perfect freedom must be allowed; nor has anyone who is apt to be angry when he hears the truth any cause to wonder that he does not hear it.
TACITUSThe injustice of a government is proportional to the number of its laws.
TACITUSPosterity allows to every man his true value and proper honours.
TACITUSPower acquired by guilt was never used for a good purpose.
TACITUSThere are odious virtues; such as inflexible severity, and an integrity that accepts of no favor.
TACITUSThe love of fame is a love that even the wisest of men are reluctant to forgo.
TACITUSA cowardly populace which will dare nothing beyond talk.
TACITUSBenefits received are a delight to us as long as we think we can requite them; when that possibility is far exceeded, they are repaid with hatred instead of gratitude.
TACITUSA shocking crime was committed on the unscrupulous initiative of few individuals, with the blessing of more, and amid the passive acquiescence of all.
TACITUSFlattery labors under the odious charge of servility.
TACITUSOne who is allowed to sin, sins less
TACITUSTraitors are hated even by those whom they prefer.
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