6 Quotes by Talleyrand

I am more afraid of an army of 100 sheep led by a lion than an army of 100 lions led by a sheep

To be agreeable in society, you must consent to be taught many things which you already know.

A diplomat who says “yes” means “maybe", a diplomat who says “maybe" means “no”, and a diplomat who says “no” is no diplomat.

They had learned nothing and forgotten nothing.

- We're winning!- Who is 'we', mon Prince?- Not a word! I will tell you tomorrow.

You can do anything you like with bayonets, except sit on them.