26 result(s) for Machiavelli Quotes About Revenge.
"Revenge is not a very noble sentiment, and if we are henceforth going to be noble, we should avoid it."
"It must be noted that it is much safer to be feared than to be loved."
"In judging the actions of others, we must always remember that those who have done us wrong have preferred their own interests over our feelings."
"A prince never lacks legitimate reasons to break his promise."
"He who wishes to be obeyed must know how to command."
"It is better to be impetuous than to be cautious, because fortune is a woman, and if she is to be submissive, it is necessary to beat her."
"The ends justify the means."
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"Revenge is a dish best served cold."
"Men are driven by two principal impulses, either by love or by fear."
"The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few people who are braver than he is."
"There is no other way to guard against flattery than to have few friends."
"The merciful man is known because of having power, while the cruel man is known for his strength."
"A prince must be a lion and a fox; he must know how to deceive and intimidate."
"War cannot be avoided; it can only be postponed to the advantage of others."
"Revenge, in its best form, can sometimes be seen as justice."
"It is better to be feared than loved, if you cannot be both."
"The prince is a product of his surroundings; his interests, morals, and behaviors reflect the pressures of the times."
"If an injury is done to a man, he must pay back the one responsible."
"Men are more ready to repay an injury than a benefit."
"Revenge often poisons the soul, and those who seek it may find themselves trapped in bitterness."
"The strong do what they can and the weak suffer what they must."
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"It is much more secure to be feared than to be loved; you have more control over fear than love."
"Sometimes, the first step to revenge is to let go of what was never yours."
"Victory, therefore, comes from following the path of vengeance as a means of restoring power."
"How can you expect a lion not to attack when it is cornered?"
"He who inflicts injury should not complain about the bitterness of revenge."
