Justinian I Professions : Byzantine EmperorBorn : 482Died : November 14, 565 Browse All Authors Top 8 quotes by Justinian I Justice is the firm and continuous desire to render to everyone that which is his due. Justinian I firmdesirejustice There are two great gifts which God, in his love for man, has granted from on high: the priesthood and the imperial dignity. Justinian I his-lovementwo Keep cool and you will command everyone. Justinian I tranquilitycalmcommand The safety of the state is the highest law. Justinian I safetygovernmentlaw Justice is the constant and eternal purpose that renders to each his due. Justinian I politicspurposejustice Frugality is the mother of all virtues. Justinian I frugalityvirtuemother If anything is due to a corporation, it is not due to the individual members thereof, nor do the members individually owe what the corporation owes. Justinian I memberscorporationsindividual If anyone assert the fabulous pre-existence of souls and shall submit to the monstrous doctrine that follows from it, let him be anathema [excommunicated] Justinian I fabulousdoctrinesoul
