When Alexander asked Diogenes whether he wanted anything, "Yes," said he, "I would have you stand from between me and the sun."
Life of Alexander.
When asked why he parted with his wife, Cæsar replied, "I wished my wife to be not so much as suspected."[727:2]
Life of Cæsar.
For my part, I had rather be the first man among these fellows than the second man in Rome.[727:3]
Life of Cæsar.
Using the proverb frequently in their mouths who enter upon dangerous and bold attempts, "The die is cast," he took the river.[727:4]
Life of Cæsar.
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"And this," said Cæsar, "you know, young man, is more disagreeable for me to say than to do."[728:1]