There is nothing so charming as the knowledge of literature; of that branch of literature, I mean, which enables us to discover the infinity of things, the immensity of Nature, the heavens, the earth, and the seas; this is that branch which has taught us religion, moderation, magnanimity, and that has rescued the soul from obscurity; to make her see all things above and below, first and last, and between both; it is this that furnishes us wherewith to live well and happily, and guides us to pass our lives without displeasure and without offence.
Six mistakes mankind keeps making century after century: Believing that personal gain is made by crushing others; Worrying about things that cannot b… - Marcus Tullius Cicero
Six mistakes mankind keeps making century after century: Believing that personal gain is made by crushing others; Worrying about things that cannot b…
- Marcus Tullius Cicero
Before beginning, prepare carefully. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
Before beginning, prepare carefully.
There is no life without friendship - Marcus Tullius Cicero
There is no life without friendship
There is nothing god cannot do. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
There is nothing god cannot do.
Politicians are not born; they are excreted. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
Politicians are not born; they are excreted.
Do nothing twice over. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
Do nothing twice over.
It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgment. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
It is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgment.
There is not a moment without some duty. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
There is not a moment without some duty.
While the sick man has life, there is hope. - Marcus Tullius Cicero
While the sick man has life, there is hope.
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