The gods are on the side of the stronger.
Laws were most numerous when the commonwealth was most corrupt
Men are more ready to repay an injury than a benefit, because gratitude is a burden and revenge a pleasure
In stirring up tumult and strife, the worst men can do the most, but peace and quiet cannot be established without virtue.
Noble character is best appreciated in those ages in which it can most readily develop.
The desire of glory is the last infirmity cast off even by the wise.