Justice is the firm and continuous desire to render to everyone that which is his due. Justinian I More Quotes by Justinian I More Quotes From Justinian I 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-love men two Keep cool and you will command everyone. Justinian I tranquility calm command The safety of the state is the highest law. Justinian I safety government law Justice is the constant and eternal purpose that renders to each his due. Justinian I politics purpose justice Frugality is the mother of all virtues. Justinian I frugality virtue mother 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 members corporations individual 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 fabulous doctrine soul