“In the foreign country, we call the past, crucifixion was a common punishment. It was invented by the Persians, carried back to… — Steven Pinker Copy Share Image
“...Turn our thoughts, in the next place, to the characters of learned men. The priesthood have, in all ancient nations, nearly monopolized… — John Adams Copy Share Image
“Our enemies are Medes and Persians, men who for centuries have lived soft and luxurious lives; we of Macedon for generations past… — Alexander the Great Copy Share Image
