Prosperity engenders sloth.
Nowhere are our calculations more frequently upset than in war.
A certain peace is better and safer than a victory in prospect; the former is at your own disposal, the latter depends upon the gods.
...war is just to those for whom it is necessary, and arms are clear of impiety for those who have no hope left but in arms.
No law is quite appropriate for all.
A gentleman is mindful no less of the freedom of others than of his own dignity.