The more corrupt the state, the more numerous the laws.
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Remedies are more tardy in their operation than diseases.
Interpretation
What this quote means
Healing takes longer than the onset of problems.
This quote by Tacitus suggests that solutions and remedies often take more time to manifest than the immediate effects of issues and challenges. It highlights the inherent nature of difficulties, where they can arise rapidly, while the process to overcome and heal takes patience and effort.
Themes
HealingPatienceRemediesDiseaseTime
In practice
Example use cases
In a speech about recovery, you might say, 'Remember that remedies are more tardy in their operation than diseases.'
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