A wise ruler ought never to keep faith when by doing so it would be against his interests. Niccolo Machiavelli Quotes
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A wise ruler ought never to keep faith when by doing so it would be against his interests.

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Never was anything great achieved without danger.

Never was anything great achieved without danger.

Hatred is gained as much by good works as by evil.

Hatred is gained as much by good works as by evil.

Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.

Princes and governments are far more dangerous than other elements within society.

For among other evils caused by being disarmed it renders you contemptible, which is one of those d

For among other evils caused by being disarmed, it renders you contemptible, which is one of those disgraceful things which a prince must guard against.

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