1,226 Quotes by Marcus Tullius Cicero

Nothing is more becoming in a great man than courtesy and forbearance

The foundations of justice are that on one shall suffer wrong; then, that the public good be promoted.

It was fear that was then making you a good citizen, which is never a lasting teacher of duty.

But the Night Mother is mother to all! It is her voice we follow! Her will! Would you dare risk disobedience? And surely... punishment?

An army abroad is of little use unless there are prudent counsels at home. [Lat., Parvi enim sunt foris arma, nisi est consilium domi.]

A life of peace, purity and refinement leads to a calm and untroubled old age.

Cannot people realize how large an income is thrift?

We don't believe a liar even when he tells the truth.

A thankful heart is the greatest virtue.