A brave man hazards life, but not his conscience.
It is criminal to steal a purse, daring to steal a fortune, a mark of greatness to steal a crown. The blame diminishes as the guilt increases.
Stubbornness is not firmness.
The world is ruled only by consideration of advantages.
A virtuous name is the precious only good, for which queens and peasants' wives must contest together.
The victor is often vanquished by his own success.