Classic Moments Daily

Distinguish between those loyal or those who flatter

Needs must he fear, who makes all else adread

Better to Die with Honor than Live in Shame

Consider the nature of your judge

Wise rule results in everyone growing more prosperous and temperate

Do no harm that can be avoided

Admire people for their wisdom not their fortune

Grant freedom of speech to those with good judgement

The value of criticism

Listen to discern the characters of those who speak and of whom they speak

Misrepresentation when incrimination or danger threatens

Admiration wanes with the least reverse

Wise legislation should be just, expedient, and consistent

If you speak evil, you will be worse spoken of

The ownership of delegated responsibility

Set your heart on moderate achievements

The folly of ill-considered combat

Do not be puffed up by misfortunes of your adversaries

Emulate those who have made best use of what they already have

Beware of expectations of Prose

Those in authority who consort only with those wishing to gain their favor

The potency of education and diligence

The value of truth

Legislators should strive for only the highest good