It is often in the audacity, in the steadfastness, of the general that the safety and the conservation of his men is found.

Posterity alone rightly judges kings. Posterity alone has the right to accord or withhold honors.

Kiss the feet of Popes provided their hands are tied.

He, who practices right, but in the hope of acquiring great renown, is very near to vice.

There is a joy in danger.

Half of the people in the world are below average.

Equality should be the chief basis of the education of youth.