When trying a case [the famous judge] L. Cassius never failed to inquire "Who gained by it?" Man's character is such that no one undertakes crimes without hope of gain.

Study carefully, the character of the one you recommend, lest their misconduct bring you shame.

There is nothing which wings its flight so swiftly as calumny, nothing is uttered with more ease; nothing is listened to with more readiness, nothing disbursed more widely.

Armed forces abroad are of little value unless there is prudent counsel at home

We were born to unite with our fellow men, and to join in community with the human race.

Quo usque tandem abutere, Catilina, patientia nostra? In heaven's name,Catiline, how long will you abuse ourpatience?

Fortune is not only blind herself, but blinds the people she has embraced.