The worst ruler is one who cannot rule himself.

- Cato The Elder

Those who are serious in ridiculous matters will be ridiculous in serious matters.

- Cato The Elder

Suffer women once to arrive at an equality with you, and they will from that moment become your superiors.

- Cato The Elder

Patience is the greatest of all virtues.

- Cato The Elder

If you are ruled by mind you are a king; if by body, a slave.

- Cato The Elder

I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment.

- Cato The Elder

He who fears death has already lost the life he covets.

- Cato The Elder

We cannot control the evil tongues of others; but a good life enables us to disregard them.

- Cato The Elder

Woman is a violent and uncontrolled animal, and it is useless to let go the reins and then expect her not to kick over the traces. You must keep her …

- Cato The Elder