Cornelius Nepos quotes

Cornelius Nepos was a Roman author and biographer, renowned for his work "Lives of Eminent Commanders." His biographies provided valuable insights into the lives and virtues of notable Greeks and Romans. He is remembered as a pioneer of biographical writing in Latin literature. Here are 5 of his quotes:

No government is safe unless fortified by goodwill. (Cornelius Nepos)
So that he seemed not to relinquish life, but to leave one home for another. View quote
Cornelius Nepos
Peace is obtained by war. View quote
Cornelius Nepos
Hateful is the power, and pitiable is the life, of those who wish to be feared rather than loved. View quote
Cornelius Nepos
In friendship similarity of character has more weight than kinship. View quote
Cornelius Nepos

Cornelius Nepos

Cornelius Nepos - Image
Occupation: Roman Author
Born: 100 BC
Died: 25 BC
Quotes count: 5

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