The heavens so well they can predict the rising of the stars. But you, Romans, remember your great arts; To govern the peoples with authority, To establish peace under the rule of law, To conquer the mighty, and show them mercy once they are conquered.
— Virgil Ancient

Aeneid

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Context

The Aeneid (Book 6, Lines 847-853).

Date / Period

c. 29-19 BCE

Source

https://www.goodreads.com/quotes/show/10473-the-greeks-shape-bronze-statues-so-r…

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Found in 1 providers: gemini

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