c. AD 94

J. AJ 19.210

The Antiquities of the Jews 19.210

Author
Flavius Josephus
Translator
William Whiston

The Antiquities of the Jews

19.210

Flavius Josephus

translated by William Whiston

210But the advantages he received from his learning did not countervail the mischief he brought upon himself in the exercise of his authority; so difficult it is for those to obtain the virtue that is necessary for a wise man, who have the absolute power to do what they please without control.