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Sallust

Neither soldiers nor money can defend a king but only friends won by good deeds, merit, and honesty.

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A king cannot rely solely on his army or wealth for protection; instead, his true security comes from having loyal friends who respect him because of his good actions, achievements, and truthfulness. This means that personal qualities and earned trust are more valuable for a ruler's safety than material resources or force.

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