The sinews of war are not gold, but good soldiers; for gold alone will not procure good soldiers, but good soldiers will always procure gold.
Niccolo MachiavelliFor among other evils caused by being disarmed, it renders you contemptible; which is one of those disgraceful things which a prince must guard against.
Niccolo MachiavelliOne arises from a low to a high station more often by using fraud instead of force.
Niccolo MachiavelliMen are so stupid and concerned with their present needs, they will always let themselves be deceived.
Niccolo Machiavelli