He (Tiberius) was wont to mock at the arts of physicians, and at those who, after thirty years of age, needed counsel as to what was good or bad for their bodies.
The worst crimes were dared by a few, willed by more and tolerated by all.
Nature gives liberty even to dumb animals.
It is a part of the nature of man to resist compulsion.
Legions and fleets are not such sure bulwarks of imperial power as a numerous family
Lust of power is the most flagrant of all the passions.