Resolved to ruin or to rule the state.

Summary

This quote suggests that there are individuals who are driven by two extreme motivations - either to destructively undermine and bring about the downfall of the state or to assert dominance and establish themselves as rulers. It highlights the dangerous power-seeking tendencies that can lead some individuals to resort to destructive behavior, emphasizing the importance of sound leadership and governance to prevent such destructive intentions from materializing and to maintain a stable state.

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