The King, Just And Prudent, Wants Only

I Am Master Of Myself As Of The Universe, So I Am; So I Wish To Be.

A True King Is Neither Husband Nor Father; He Considers His Throne And Nothing Else.

He Who Does Not Fear Death Cares Naught For Threats.

These Flattering Mirrors Reflect Imperfectly What Is Within; The Countenance Is Often A Gay Deceiver. What Defects Of Mind Lie Hidden Under Its Beauty! What Fair Exteriors Conceal Base Souls!

Each Instant Of Life Is A Step Toward Death.