Edward I

Military King English 1239 – 1307

English king; conquered Wales and fought in Scotland; known as Hammer of Scots.

387 quotes

"A man's legacy is measured not in gold but in the laws he leaves behind."
History
"Rebellion is the child of tyranny and the parent of chaos."
Politics
"The strong must protect the weak, or chaos consumes all."
Leadership
"To understand your enemy is to defeat him before battle begins."
Wisdom
"A kingdom united can withstand any assault from without."
Strength
"The greatest victories are often won without drawing a sword."
Success
"A man who does not honor his debts honors nothing."
Truth
"I have found that consistency in punishment prevents future crime."
Justice
"The love of power corrupts even the most noble hearts."
Power
"A just law serves all men equally, or it serves none truly."
Justice
"Ambition without honor is merely the desire to dominate."
"The Scottish will learn that resistance is futile."
Power
"A king must be willing to make hard choices when soft ones fail."
Leadership
"I have spent my life ensuring that chaos does not reign."
"The greatest strength lies in knowing when not to use your strength."
Wisdom
"A man's character is revealed in how he treats those beneath him."
Kindness
"The union of strong kingdoms creates an empire that cannot fall."
Success
"A ruler who listens to counsel is wiser than one who commands alone."
Wisdom
"I have learned that mercy and justice must walk together."
Justice
"Those who build great things must be willing to defend them greatly."
Perseverance
"A nation divided against itself cannot stand against its enemies."
"The weight of the crown is borne in the choices one makes."
Leadership
"A man who loses his honor has lost everything of value."
Truth
"I have found that fear is often a better teacher than love."
Fear
"The law must be absolute, or it means nothing at all."
Justice
"A kingdom's strength is measured by the loyalty of its people."
Leadership
"Patience is the weapon that defeats even the most stubborn foes."
Patience
"A man who breaks his oath breaks the very fabric of society."
Truth
"I have ruled through law, and the law has never failed me."
Justice
"The greatest conquest is the conquest of one's own passions."
Wisdom