Apothegms are in history, the same as pearls in the sand, or gold in the mine.

The more ignorant, reckless and thoughtless a doctor is, the higher his reputation soars even amongst powerful princes.

There is no joy in possession without sharing.

Picture the prince, such as most of them are today: a man ignorant of the law, well-nigh an enemy to his people's advantage, while intent on his personal convenience, a dedicated voluptuary, a hater of learning, freedom and truth, without a thought for the interests of his country, and measuring everything in terms of his own profit and desires.

What is popularly called fame is nothing but an empty name and a legacy from paganism.

A good prince will tax as lightly as possible those commodities which are used by the poorest members of society: grain, bread, beer, wine, clothing, and all other staples without which human life could not exist.

Fortune favors the audacious.