We accomplish more by prudence than by force. [Lat., Plura consilio quam vi perficimus.]
TACITUSThe desire for glory clings even to the best men longer than any other passion.
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We extol ancient things, regardless of our own times. [Lat., Vetera extollimus recentium incuriosi.]
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The changeful change of circumstances. [Lat., Varia sors rerum.]
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Once killing starts, it is difficult to draw the line.
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They make a desert and call it peace.
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Deos fortioribus adesse. The gods support those who are stronger.
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Be assured those will be thy worst enemies, not to whom thou hast done evil, but who have done evil to thee. And those will be thy best friends, not to whom thou hast done good, but who have done good to thee.
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The desire for glory clings even to the best men longer than any other passion.
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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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All bodies are slow in growth but rapid in decay.
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Traitors are hated even by those whom they prefer.
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By general consent, he would have been capable of ruling, had he not ruled.
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Experience teaches. [Lat., Experientia docet.]
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Viewed from a distance, everything is beautiful.
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Cruelty is fed, not weakened, by tears.
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