Quotes from Sallust

Few men desire liberty; most men wish only for a just master.

Each man the architect of his own fate.

In my opinion it is less shameful for a king to be overcome by force of arms than by bribery.

In my opinion, he only may be truly said to live and enjoy his being who is engaged in some laudable pursuit, and acquires a name by some illustrious action, or useful art.

The fame which is based on wealth or beauty is a frail and fleeting thing; but virtue shines for ages with undiminished lustre.

The glory of riches and of beauty is frail and transitory; virtue remains bright and eternal. [Lat., Divitarum et formae gloria fluxa atque fragilis; virtus clara aeternaque habetur.]

He that will be angry for anything will be angry for nothing.

Every man is the architect of his own fortune.

Kings are more prone to mistrust the good than the bad; and they are always afraid of the virtues of others.

To like and dislike the same things, this is what makes a solid friendship.

The firmest friendship is based on an identity of likes and dislikes.

All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity.

To desire the same things and to reject the same things, constitutes true friendship. [Lat., Idem velle et idem nolle ea demum firma amicitia est.]

To have the same desires and the same aversion is assuredly a firm bond of friendship.

The renown which riches or beauty confer is fleeting and frail mental excellence is a splendid and lasting possession.

The higher your station, the less your liberty.

To like and dislike the same things that is indeed true friendship.

It is the nature of ambition to make men liars and cheats, to hide the truth in their breasts, and show, like jugglers, another thing in their mouths, to cut all friendships and enmities to the measure of their own interest, and to make a good countenance without the help of good will.

The golden age is before us, not behind us.