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.

A beautiful woman like eyes, and a good heart; One is a beautiful thing, and other treasures.

The populace judges of the power of God by the power of the priests.

If the art of war were nothing but the art of avoiding risks, glory would become the prey of mediocre minds.... I have made all the calculations; fate will do the rest.

Love is the occupation of the idle man, the amusement of a busy one, and the shipwreck of a sovereign.

I may have had many projects, but I never was free to carry out any of them.

Men are more easily governed through their vices than through their virtues.