Every man is the architect of his own fortune. Sallust
Every man is the architect of his own fortune.
The glory that goes with wealth is fleeting and fragile; virtue is a possession glorious and eternal. Sallust
The glory that goes with wealth is fleeting and fragile; virtue is a possession glorious and eternal.
Think like a man of action, and act like a man of thought. Sallust
Think like a man of action, and act like a man of thought.
No mortal man has ever served at the same time his passions and his best interests. Sallust
No mortal man has ever served at the same time his passions and his best interests.
To like and dislike the same things, this is what makes a solid friendship. Sallust
To like and dislike the same things, this is what makes a solid friendship.
Those most moved to tears by every word of a preacher are generally weak and a rascal when the feelings evaporate. Sallust
Those most moved to tears by every word of a preacher are generally weak and a rascal when the feelings evaporate.
It is better to use fair means and fail, than foul and conquer. Sallust
It is better to use fair means and fail, than foul and conquer.
Before you act, consider; when you have considered, tis fully time to act. Sallust
Before you act, consider; when you have considered, tis fully time to act.
The higher your station, the less your liberty. Sallust
The higher your station, the less your liberty.
Neither soldiers nor money can defend a king but only friends won by good deeds, merit, and honesty. Sallust
Neither soldiers nor money can defend a king but only friends won by good deeds, merit, and honesty.
