The greatest part of mankind are more capable of a long and tedious application, than of an intense and vigorous exertion.
Separation of powers
The Spirit of the Laws, Book IV, Chapter 8: In what manner the Laws ought to relate to the Principle of Government
1748
Found in 1 providers: grok
Cross Reference
1 source
"The less a nation has of true riches, the more it has of money."
Controversial"The Romans, having subjected the world, were themselves subjected to their own laws, and to the caprices of their magistrates."
Controversial"Power should be a check to power."
Humorous"The more a government approaches to a republic, the less is the business of the prince."
Controversial"Frequent punishments are a sign of weakness or indolence in the government."
Shocking