Kings are surrounded with persons who are wonderfully attentive in taking care that the king be not alone and in a state to think of himself, knowing well that he will be miserable, king though he be, if he meditate on self.

Summary

This quote suggests that kings are always surrounded by people who constantly distract them from self-reflection, as they fear that a king left alone with their thoughts would become unhappy. Despite their status, this quote implies that kings can experience misery if they are left to contemplate their own existence, highlighting the importance of external distractions and social engagements for their well-being.

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