A wise prince must never take things easy in times of peace.
If you are wise, live as you can; if you cannot, live as you would.
When desire dies, fear is born.
Passion colors all that it touches in its own hues.
The passions are the humors of the mind, and the least excess sickens our judgment. If the disease spreads to the mouth, your reputation will be in danger.
The truth is generally seen, rarely heard.