The populace is like the sea motionless in itself, but stirred by every wind, even the lightest breeze.

Rome has grown since its humble beginnings that it is now overwhelmed by its own greatness.

Men are slower to recognize blessings than evils.

A fraudulent intent, however carefully concealed at the outset, will generally, in the end, betray itself.

Adversity makes men remember God.

There is always more spirit in attack than in defence.

Shared danger is the strongest of bonds; it will keep men united in spite of mutual dislike and suspicion.

The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.

There is nothing worse than being ashamed of parsimony or poverty.

Great contests generally excite great animosities.

Truth is often eclipsed but never extinguished.

The world hast fast to pass away- And cannot comprehend the things that are promised to the righteous in time to come: for this world is full of unrighteousness and infirmities.

It’s just a little guy-liner,

Forgive those who have hurt you.

Good things happen when you narrow your focus.

The last thing I want is to walk into my house after a long day and see all the Grammys and awards. It would make me feel weird.

Without question, no hesitation, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was the best player I ever played against.

Democracy has now become corrupted by the nature of the funders.

I had all the usual ambition growing up. I wanted to be a writer, a musician, a hockey player. I wanted to do something that wasn't nine to five. Acting was the first thing I tried that clicked.

Change is inevitable. Progress is optional .