The universe has no prince or king that it [Rome] would consider equal to its humblest citizen.
Deceit is the game of petty spirits, and that is by nature a woman's quality.
As great as kings may be, they are what we are: they can err like other men.
They who overcome their desires once can overcome them always.
He who is hated by all can not expect to live long.
He who forgives readily only invites offense.