Love is merely the name for the desire and pursuit of the whole.
Men of sense often learn from their enemies. It is from their foes, not their friends, that cities learn the lesson of building high walls and ships of war.
To plunder, to lie, to show your arse, are three essentials for climbing high.
Characteristics of a popular politician: a horrible voice, bad breeding, and a vulgar manner.
The wise learn many things from their enemies.
Evil events from evil causes spring.