Quotes by Tacitus, Publius Cornelius

Greater things are believed of those who are absent. >>

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

Things forbidden have a secret charm. >>

Quotations about Moderation

Tell a man whose house is on fire to give a moderate alarm; tell him t >>

The pursuit, even of the best things, ought to be calm and tranquil. >>

You will go most safely in the middle. >>

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

Tacitus, Publius Cornelius