“Reason and riper years tempered his warmth; and from the study of wisdom, he retained what is most difficult to compass,—moderation.”
~ Tacitus
Tacitus on Indolence
“For indolence itself acquires a charm; and sloth, however odious at first, becomes at length engaging”
~ Tacitus
Tacitus on the Forbidden
“Forbidden things have a secret charm”
Tacitus on Truth
“Greater things are believed of those who are absent.”
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Tacitus on Injuries
“It is a principle of nature to hate those whom you have injured.”
Tacitus on Truth
“Truth is confirmed by inspection and delay; falsehood by haste and uncertainty.”
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Tacitus on Risk
“The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise.”
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Tacitus on Distance
“Viewed from a distance, everything is beautiful.”
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Tacitus on Guilt
“To show resentment at a reproach is to acknowledge that one may have deserved it.”
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