Quote by Titus Livius

The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because they had not yet tasted the sweetness of freedom.

The old Romans all wished to have a king over them because t

Summary

This quote suggests that the desire for a king among the ancient Romans arose from their lack of experience with true freedom. It implies that they yearned for stability and guidance that monarchy seemed to offer, unaware of the potential rewards and fulfillment that can come from self-governance and autonomy. The quote highlights the importance of experiencing freedom firsthand to fully appreciate its value and understand the potential limitations of relying on a single ruler.

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Freedom

By Titus Livius

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