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 386. If the prince is accessible to all his subjects and is never harsh of word, his kingdom will be esteemed above every other.

387. Behold the prince who can give with grace and rule with love : his name will fill the world.

388. Behold the prince who administereth impartial justice and protecteth his subjects: he shall be called a God among men.

389. Behold the prince who hath the virtue to bear with words that are bitter to the ear: the world will rest permanently under his umbrella.

390. Behold the prince who is liberal and gracious and just, and who tendeth his people with care : he is a light among kings.

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