In this case, Caesar's rise to power was seen by some as a disregard and disrespect for Roman authority, tradition, and rules. Caesar challenged the Roman commander Pompey and his main opponent on many occasions, thus provoking many civil wars. Furthermore, his decision to cross the Rubicon was against Roman law which restricted his entry into Rome because he was governor of Gaul at the time. Furthermore, after Pompey's death, Caesar gave himself more power by diluting the scope and powers of the Senate (Alvin 82). One of Caesar's major flaws was his strong ambition. This made him overconfident and he thought he had become invincible both in Rome and in battle. Because his soldiers respected and loved him, Caesar thought he would pursue whatever he desired. This is what led to his