Maxioms by Cicero
When you wish to instruct, be brief; that men's minds take in quickly what you say, learn its lesson, and read more
When you wish to instruct, be brief; that men's minds take in quickly what you say, learn its lesson, and retain it faithfully. Every word that is unnecessary only pours over the side of a brimming mind.
True glory strikes root, and even extends itself; all false pretensions fall as do flowers, nor can any feigned thing read more
True glory strikes root, and even extends itself; all false pretensions fall as do flowers, nor can any feigned thing be lasting.
Brevity is a great charm of eloquence.
Brevity is a great charm of eloquence.
 Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all
others.  
 Gratitude is not only the greatest of virtues, but the parent of all
others.