An idea from On Duties

The only excuse for war is to live in peace unharmed, and the winner should spare enemies who fought without cruelty. The rule is applied loosely at home. Razing Carthage and Numantia counts as justified, and only Corinth’s destruction draws regret.

From On Duties by Cicero

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