The modern state is characterized by its ability to concentrate and use power in a way that premodern states could not.
我们只是五个喜欢唱歌和表演的人。
在权威人士错误的问题上坚持正确是危险的。
The expanded concept of art is necessary.
If the highest aim of a captain were to preserve his ship， he would keep it in port forever.
在人们心中，损失比收益显得更大。
Self-love， then， is a necessary principle of action.