Character Quotes by Cato the Elder

The worst ruler is one who cannot rule himself.

— Cato the Elder

It is a difficult matter to argue with the belly since it has no ears.

— Cato the Elder

An angry man opens his mouth and shuts his eyes.

— Cato the Elder

When you have decided to purchase a farm, be careful not to buy rashly; do not spare your visits and be not content with…

— Cato the Elder

Grasp the subject, the words will follow.

— Cato the Elder

An orator is a good man who is skilled in speaking.

— Cato the Elder

Patience is the greatest of all virtues.

— Cato the Elder

Furthermore, I think Carthage must be destroyed.

— Cato the Elder

When you have arrived at your country house and have saluted your household, you should make the rounds of the farm the same day,…

— Cato the Elder

If you are ruled by mind you are a king; if by body, a slave.

— Cato the Elder

Moreover, I consider that Carthage should be destroyed.

— Cato the Elder

I prefer to do right and get no thanks than to do wrong and receive no punishment.

— Cato the Elder