We are made weak both by idleness and distrust of ourselves. Unfortunate, indeed, is he who suffers from both. If he is a mere individual he becomes nothing; if he is a king he is lost.

A King should sacrifice the best affections of his heart for the good of his country; no sacrifice should be above his determination.

Better live a King, than a Prince.

It is not by whining that one carries out the job of king.

Rigorous authority and justice are the kindness of kings.

A king is sometimes obliged to commit crimes; but they are the crimes of his position.

We are either kings or pawns of men