When factions are carried too high and too violently, it is a sign of weakness in princes; and much to the prejudice, both of their authority and business.
派系之争过于高涨、过于激烈,是统治者软弱的征兆,也会严重损害其权威与政务。
— Francis Bacon · Essays · Of Faction —
When factions are carried too high and too violently, it is a sign of weakness in princes; and much to the prejudice, both of their authority and business.
派系之争过于高涨、过于激烈,是统治者软弱的征兆,也会严重损害其权威与政务。