The mere apprehension of a coming evil has put many into a situation of the utmost danger.
Among those who share a throne there can be no loyalty; Dominion's ever impatient consort.
Poverty, the mother of manhood. Also, the mother of prostitution.
A show of daring oft conceals great fear.
As far as the earth is from the stars, and fire from the sea, so is the useful from the right. Power over men perishes completely if justice begins to be observed, and respect for individual rights overcomes strongholds.
Let him leave the imperial court, who wishes to be virtuous. Virtue and absolute power cannot coexist.