First, All Means To Conciliate; Failing That,

Harshness Towards Individuals Who Flout The Laws And Commands Of The State Is For The Public Good; No Greater Crime Against The Public Interest Is Possible Than To Show Leniency To Those Who Violate It.

I Have The Consolation Of Leaving Your Kingdom In The Highest Degree Of Glory And Of Reputation.

Nothing Is As Dangerous For The State As Those Who Would Govern Kingdoms With Maxims Found In Books.

I Have Never Had Any [enemies] Other Than Those Of The State.

Deception Is The Knowledge Of Kings.