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Louis XIV Quotes

My court was divided between peace and war according to their various interests, but I considered only their reasons.

Louis XIV

It is legal because I wish it.

Louis XIV

I could sooner reconcile all Europe than two women.

Louis XIV

I am the State.

Louis XIV

I would have praised you more had you praised me less.

Louis XIV

There is little that can withstand a man who can conquer himself.

Louis XIV

Laws are the sovereigns of sovereigns.

Louis XIV

My child, you are going to be a great king; do not imitate me in the taste I have had for building, or in that I have had for war; try, on the contrary, to be at peace with your neighbors.

Louis XIV