133 Quotes by Livy

In adversity assume the countenance of prosperity, and in prosperity moderate the temper and desires.

Men are slower to recognize blessings than misfortunes.

The most honorable, as well as the safest course, is to rely entirely upon valour.

Under the influence of fear, which always leads men to take a pessimistic view of things, they magnified their enemies' resources, and minimized their own.

Such is the nature of crowds: either they are humble and servile or arrogant and dominating. They are incapable of making moderate use of freedom, which is the middle course, or of keeping it.

The mind sins, not the body; if there is no intention, there is no blame.

No law can possibly meet the convenience of every one: we must be satisfied if it be beneficial on the whole and to the majority.

It takes a long time to bring excellence to maturity.

Favor and honor sometimes fall more fitly on those who do not desire them.