"A prince, therefore, being compelled knowingly to adopt the beast, ought to choose the fox and the lion; because the lion cannot defend himself against snares and the fox cannot defend himself against…"

"For he who is not strong enough to protect himself must seek protection from others."

"Men are always averse to new things, and it is very hard to persuade them to change."

"To be feared is much safer than to be loved."

"It is not the well-being of individuals, but the general good, that makes cities great."