A good man would prefer to be defeated than to defeat injustice by evil means.
From Sallust
All those who offer an opinion on any doubtful point should first clear their minds of every sentiment of dislike, friendship, anger or pity.
To like and dislike the same things, this is what makes a solid friendship.
In battle it is the cowards who run the most risk; bravery is a rampart of defense.
The glory that goes with wealth is fleeting and fragile; virtue is a possession glorious and eternal.
Ambition breaks the ties of blood, and forgets the obligations of gratitude.
All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity.
He that will be angry for anything will be angry for nothing.
Necessity makes even the timid brave.
By union the smallest states thrive. By discord the greatest are destroyed.
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