Famous Tacitus Quotes

The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws.

Tacitus

We see many who are struggling against adversity who are happy, and more although abounding in wealth, who are wretched.

Tacitus

To plunder, to slaughter, to steal, these things they misname empire; and where they make a wilderness, they call it peace.

Tacitus

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

Tacitus

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

Tacitus

Things forbidden have a secret charm.

Tacitus

Reason and judgment are the qualities of a leader.

Tacitus

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