The wise man does at once what the fool does finally.

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"There is no avoiding war; it can only be postponed to the advantage of others."

- Niccolo Machiavelli

Courage

"A son can bear with equanimity the loss of his father, but the loss of his inheritance may drive him to despair."

- Niccolo Machiavelli

Adversity

"When you disarm the people, you commence to offend them and show that you distrust them either through cowardice or lack of confidence, and both of these opinions generate hatred."

- Niccolo Machiavelli

Leadership

"It is better to be feared than to be loved, if you cannot be both."

- Niccolo Machiavelli

Leadership

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

- Niccolo Machiavelli

Faith

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"It is remarkable how much long-term advantage people like us have gotten by trying to be consistently not stupid, instead of trying to be very intelligent."

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"So be careful to live your life wisely, not foolishly."

Wisdom

"In old age is wisdom; understanding in a long life."

Wisdom

"Keep your friends close, your enemies closer and receipts for all major purchases."

- Bridger Winegar

Wisdom

"Until the lion tells his side of the story, the tale of the hunt will always glorify the hunter."

- Zimbabwean Proverb

Wisdom