Narrow minds can develop as well through persecution as through benevolence; they can assure themselves of their power by tyrannizing cruelly or beneficially over others.

Power is not revealed by striking hard or often, but by striking true.

Envy is the most stupid of vices, for there is no single advantage to be gained from it.

But woman brings disorder into society through passion.

It's not enough to be a good person. You also have to show it.

Love is not only a feeling, it is also an art. A simple word, a sensitive precaution, a mere nothing reveal to a woman the sublime artist who can touch her heart without withering it.

Loyalty in time of need is possibly one of the noblest of victories a courtier can win over himself.