Dictionary of Quotations from Ancient and Modern, English and Foreign Sources / Including Phrases, Mottoes, Maxims, Proverbs, Definitions, Aphorisms, and Sayings of Wise Men, in Their Bearing on Life, Literature, Speculation, Science, Art, Religion, and Morals, Especially in the Modern Aspects of Them

by Rev. James Wood

In Rome the Ten Commandments consist of the ten letters, Da pecuniam, Give money. C. J. Weber.

In sæcula sæculorum—For ages and ages; for ever and ever.

In sanguine fœdus—A covenant ratified in blood. 40 M.

In saying aye or no, the very safety of our country and the sum of our well-being lies. L'Estrange.

In science read the newest works; in literature, the oldest. Bulwer Lytton.

In science the new is an advance; but in morals, as contradicting our inner ideals and historic idols, it is ever a retrogression. Jean Paul.

In science we have to consider two things: power and circumstance. Emerson.

In se magna ruunt—Great interests are apt to 45 clash with each other. Lucan.

In seipso totus, teres, atque rotundus—Perfect in himself, polished, and rounded. Hor.

In self-trust all the virtues are comprehended. Emerson.