Men in general are quick to believe that which they wish to be true.
It's only hubris if I fail.
I love treason but hate a traitor.
No music is so charming to my ear as the requests of my friends, and the supplications of those in want of my assistance.
War gives the right to the conquerors to impose any condition they please upon the vanquished.
The difference between a republic and an empire is the loyalty of one's army