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War is just when it is necessary arms are permissible when there is no hope except in arms.

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A return to first principles in a republic is sometimes caused by the simple virtues of one man. His good example has such an influence that the good ...more

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It is of the greatest important in this world that a man should know himself, and the measure of his own strength and means; and he who knows that he ...more

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... War is the sole art looked for in one who rules...

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Because there are three classes of intellects: one which comprehends by itself; another which appreciates what others comprehend; and a third which ne...more

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A prudent man should always follow in the path trodden by great men and imitate those who are most excellent, so that if he does not attain to their g...more

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The first method for estimating the intelligence of a ruler is to look at the men he has around him.

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Men ought either to be well treated or crushed, because they can avenge themselves of lighter injuries, of more serious ones they cannot; therefore th...more

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Is it better to be loved or feared?