All who consult on doubtful matters, should be void of hatred, friendship, anger, and pity. Votes: 14
Neither soldiers nor money can defend a king but only friends won by good deeds, merit, and honesty. Votes: 12
In my opinion it is less shameful for a king to be overcome by force of arms than by bribery. Votes: 9
Advise well before you begin, and when you have maturely considered, then act with promptitude. Votes: 0
In victory even the cowardly like to boast, while in adverse times even the brave are discredited. Votes: 0
No grief reaches the dead. Votes: 0
Small endeavours obtain strength by unity of action: the most powerful are broken down by discord. Votes: 0