Famous quotes containing the words marcus tullius cicero, tullius cicero, marcus tullius, tullius and/or cicero:
“For a courageous man cannot die dishonorably, a man who has attained the consulship cannot die before his time, a philosopher cannot die wretchedly.”
—Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 B.C.)
“The false is nothing but an imitation of the true.”
—Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 B.C.)
“The long time to come when I shall not exist has more effect on me than this short present time, which nevertheless seems endless.”
—Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 B.C.)
“In doubtful cases the more liberal interpretation must always be preferred.”
—Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 B.C.)
“No one has the right to be sorry for himself for a misfortune that strikes everyone.”
—Marcus Tullius Cicero (106–43 B.C.)