Those in supreme power always suspect and hate their next heir.

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A desire to resist oppression is implanted in the nature of man.

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When a woman has lost her chastity she will shrink from nothing.

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In a state where corruption abounds, laws must be very numerous.

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All things atrocious and shameless flock from all parts to Rome.

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Old things are always in good repute, present things in disfavor.

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When the state is most corrupt, then the laws are most multiplied.

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The desire for safety stands against every great and noble enterprise.

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Candor and generosity, unless tempered by due moderation, leads to ruin.

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No one would have doubted his ability to reign had he never been emperor.

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