The laws of probability, so true in general, so fallacious in particular.
Quote, saying and phrase by: Edward Gibbon
The various modes of worship, which prev…
The various modes of worship, which prevailed in the Roman world, were all considered by the people as equally true by the philosopher, as equally false and by the magistrate, as equally useful.
Quote, saying and phrase by: Edward Gibbon
The winds and the waves are always on th…
The winds and the waves are always on the side of the ablest navigators.
Quote, saying and phrase by: Edward Gibbon
We improve ourselves by victories over o…
We improve ourselves by victories over ourself. There must be contests, and you must win.
Quote, saying and phrase by: Edward Gibbon