Louis XIV Quotes

A collection of quotes by Louis XIV.

Louis XIV, often referred to as the Sun King, was the King of France from 1643 until his death in 1715. Born on September 5, 1638, he assumed the throne at the young age of four, with his mother Anne of Austria acting as regent. During his reign, Louis XIV centralized power, establishing an absolute monarchy and promoting the arts and sciences. His long rule defined the era of French history known as the Age of Louis XIV, marked by grandeur, military conquests, and the construction of the opulent Palace of Versailles. He passed away on September 1, 1715, leaving behind a significant and complex legacy.

Whatever side I take, I know well that I will be blamed.

Whatever side I take, I know well that I will be blamed.

Louis XIV

Blame

Has God forgotten all I have done for Him.

Has God forgotten all I have done for Him.

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Pride

I am the state.

I am the state.

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Nationalism Nation Nationality

Laws are the sovereigns of sovereigns.

Laws are the sovereigns of sovereigns.

Louis XIV

Law

There is little that can withstand a man who can conquer him

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

Louis XIV

Discipline

Every time I appoint someone to a vacant position, I make a

Every time I appoint someone to a vacant position, I make a hundred unhappy and one ungrateful.

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Management

It is legal because I wish it.

It is legal because I wish it.

Louis XIV

Legal