Translation of selected sections of Sallust

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18 But Cæsar when it came to his turn to be ask'd his opinion by the Consul, spoke to this effect. I. LO! Conscript Fathers, all men who are to give their opinion upon doubtfull things, ought to do it without either hatred, friendship, anger, or pity. The mind with difficulty discerns truth where any of these passions obstruct, nor has anyone at the same time obey'd any unreasonable passion & real utility at the same time. When You honessly imploy your judgement it will do its office: if any unreasonable passion Lords it over You, Your reason will be quite useless: I could produce


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