The Later Roman Empire
A source page for quotes linked to Ammianus Marcellinus.
“No wild beasts are so deadly to humans as most Christians are to each other.”
“Wicked deeds are generally done, even with impunity, for the mere desire of occupation.”
“Any one who is prosperous may by the turn of fortune's wheel become most wretched before evening.”
“No wild beasts are so cruel as the Christians in their dealings with each other”