Gaius Sallustius Crispus, usually anglicised as Sallust (86 BC – c. 35 BC) was a Roman historian, politician, and novus homo from a provincial plebeian family.
All those who offer an opinion on any doubtful point should first clear their minds of every sentiment of dislike, friendship, anger or pity. Use this quote
All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity. Use this quote
The fame that goes with wealth and beauty is fleeting and fragile; intellectual superiority is a possession glorious and eternal. Use this quote
No mortal man has ever served at the same time his passions and his best interests. Use this quote
To like and dislike the same things, this is what makes a solid friendship. Use this quote
The firmest friendship is based on an identity of likes and dislikes. Use this quote
A good man would prefer to be defeated than to defeat injustice by evil means. Use this quote
Harmony makes small things grow, lack of it makes great things decay. Use this quote
As the blessings of health and fortune have a beginning, so they must also find an end. Everything rises but to fall, and increases but to decay. Use this quote
Neither soldiers nor money can defend a king but only friends won by good deeds, merit, and honesty. Use this quote
