The desire of glory is the last infirmity cast off even by the wise.
TACITUSThe desire of glory is the last infirmity cast off even by the wise.
TACITUSOnce killing starts, it is difficult to draw the line.
TACITUSWhen men are full of envy they disparage everything, whether it be good or bad.
TACITUSRumor does not always err; it sometimes even elects a man.
TACITUSThe Romans brought devestation, but they called it peace.
TACITUSThe worst hatred is that of relatives.
TACITUSLegions and fleets are not such sure bulwarks of imperial power as a numerous family
TACITUSIf we must fall, we should boldly meet our fate.
TACITUSTruth is confirmed by inspection and delay; falsehood by haste and uncertainty.
TACITUSThey make a desert and call it peace.
TACITUSLaws were most numerous when the commonwealth was most corrupt
TACITUSIt is a part of the nature of man to resist compulsion.
TACITUSReason and calm judgment, the qualities specially belonging to a leader.
TACITUSPeople flatter us because they can depend upon our credulity.
TACITUSOld things are always in good repute, present things in disfavor.
TACITUSNoble character is best appreciated in those ages in which it can most readily develop.
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