Power Quotes
Who has it, who wants it, and what happens when it's wielded wisely or poorly.
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"Mercy and strength are not opposites; they are partners in true power."Scipio Africanus
"Power gained without principle is power that will be lost without warning."Scipio Africanus
"The measure of a man is what he does with power."Solon
"Power without wisdom destroys nations."Solon
"Power without restraint is the death of liberty; restraint without power is impotence."Cincinnatus
"The greatest tyranny is the tyrant who believes himself a savior."Cincinnatus
"Power is a master that enslaves its servants while promising them freedom."Cincinnatus
"I did not seize power—power was always mine by right. The people merely needed reminding."Tarquin the Proud
"To understand power, one must first understand the desires of those who lack it."Alcibiades
"The price of power is the constant fear of losing it."Alcibiades
"Power wielded without wisdom is but destructive force"Romulus
"Power is like fire—useful to those who understand it, destructive to those who don't"Romulus
"Power corrupts, and absolute power corrupts absolutely."Miltiades
"Those who seek power without wisdom shall find only ruin."Solon
"The greatest strength is knowing when not to use it."Solon
"Power held too long corrupts even the most virtuous soul."Cincinnatus
"Power over others is fleeting; power over oneself is eternal."Cincinnatus
"The powerful man who serves the weak proves his true greatness."Cincinnatus
"The sea is the key to victory for those who command it."Themistocles
"The victor builds monuments; the vanquished build resentment."Themistocles
"In the game of thrones, you either win or you die trying."Themistocles
"A man who has nothing left to lose is a dangerous man."Themistocles
"The mind of a general must be as sharp as his blade."Miltiades
"A single moment can change the destiny of nations."Miltiades
"I would rather be feared and loved in equal measure than beloved and despised."Alcibiades
"The greatest power lies in making others believe in your vision."Alcibiades
"I have observed that power corrupts only those weak enough to be corrupted."Alcibiades
"The man who depends entirely on others' approval has already surrendered his power."Alcibiades
"The pursuit of power without virtue is merely the road to self-destruction."Alcibiades
"Power without purpose is merely the tyranny of ambition."Romulus