Machiavelli is right: one always must live with one's friends with the idea that they may turn into one's enemies. He should have said, with everyone.

In tragedy great men are more truly great than in history. We see them only in the crises which unfold them.

If you (to General Bertrand) do not perceive that Jesus Christ is God, very well; then I did wrong to make you a general.

He is almost a statesman. He lies well.

There are only two forces that unite men - fear and interest. All great revolutions originate in fear, for the play of interests does not lead to accomplishment.

All religions have been made by men.

The English have no exaulted sentiments. They can all be bought.