When men are full of envy they disparage everything, whether it be good or bad. Tacitus
The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws. Tacitus
Things forbidden have a secret charm. Tacitus
Posterity gives every man his true value. Tacitus
Things are not to be judged good or bad merely because the public think so. Tacitus
Prosperity is the measure or touchstone of virtue, for it is less difficult to bear misfortune than to remain uncorrupted by pleasure. Tacitus
The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise. Tacitus
We see many who are struggling against adversity who are happy, and more although abounding in wealth, who are wretched. Tacitus