Proverbs, aphorisms, quotations (English) | by Linux fortune |
I prefer the most unjust peace to the most righteous war. -- Cicero Even peace may be purchased at too high a price. -- Poor Richard | |
Law stands mute in the midst of arms. -- Marcus Tullius Cicero | |
Persistence in one opinion has never been considered a merit in political leaders. -- Marcus Tullius Cicero, "Ad familiares", 1st century BC | |
There is no opinion so absurd that some philosopher will not express it. -- Marcus Tullius Cicero, "Ad familiares" | |
Cum tacent, clamant. When they are silent, they shout. -Cicero | |
The shifts of Fortune test the reliability of friends. -- Marcus Tullius Cicero |