Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity and are able to turn both to their advantage.

For among other evils caused by being disarmed, it renders you contemptible; which is one of those disgraceful things which a prince must guard against.

One should never risk one's whole fortune unless supported by one's entire forces.

War brings out thieves and peace hangs them.

A government which does not trust its citizens to be armed is not itself to be trusted.

Men judge generally more by the eye than by the hand, for everyone can see and few can feel. Every one sees what you appear to be, few really know what you are.

The best fortress which a prince can possess is the affection of his people.