Brevity is the best recommendation of speech, whether in a senator or an orator.
Marcus Tullius CiceroIf only every man would make proper use of his strength and do his utmost, he need never regret his limited ability.
Marcus Tullius CiceroIt is not by muscle, speed, or physical dexterity that great things are achieved, but by reflection, force of character, and judgment.
Marcus Tullius CiceroIn a discussion of this kind our interest should be centered not on the weight of the authority but on the weight of the argument. Indeed the authority of those who set out to teach is often an impediment to those who wish to learn. They cease to use their own judgment and regard as gospel whatever is put forward by their chosen teacher.
Marcus Tullius Cicero