By general consent, he would have been capable of ruling, had he not ruled.
Lust of power is the most flagrant of all the passions.
Whatever is unknown is magnified.
The love of fame is the last weakness which even the wise resign.
Seek to make a person blush for their guilt rather than shed their blood.
Benefits received are a delight to us as long as we think we can requite them; when that possibility is far exceeded, they are repaid with hatred instead of gratitude.