9 Quotes & Sayings By Louis Xiv

Louis XIV (1638-1715) was the king of France from 1643 to 1715, and a central figure in European history. He ascended the throne of France at age 13 and ruled until his death at the age of 74. While his reign was marked by personal extravagance, he also presided over a period of significant cultural and political change in France. During his reign, Louis XIV controlled the largest empire in the world, an absolute monarchy that included a vast collection of continental and overseas colonies.

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

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I am the State. Louis XIV

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

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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

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I could sooner reconcile all Europe than two women. Louis XIV

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

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It is legal because I wish it. Louis XIV

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Laws are the sovereigns of sovereigns. Louis XIV

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