Henry Bolingbroke quotes

Henry Bolingbroke was an English nobleman who became King Henry IV of England. His ascension to the throne followed the deposition of his cousin, Richard II. He played a crucial role in shaping the political landscape of late medieval England. Here are 5 of his quotes:

The shortest and surest way of arriving at real knowledge is to unlearn the lessons we have been taught, to mount the first principles, and take nobody's word about them. (Henry Bolingbroke)
Patriotism must be founded on great principals and supported by great virtue. View quote
Henry Bolingbroke
Pride defeats its own end, by bringing the man who seeks esteem and reverence into contempt. View quote
Henry Bolingbroke
Nations, like men, have their infancy. View quote
Henry Bolingbroke
The greatest art of a politician is to render vice serviceable to the cause of virtue. View quote
Henry Bolingbroke