"I put an end to the civil wars, after having obtained control of all affairs by universal consent."

"I preferred to be the first man in a city of villages rather than the second man in Rome."

"Have I played the part well? Then applaud as I exit!"

"I have always been a man of peace, and have sought to avoid war whenever possible."

"I have never sought power for my own sake, but only for the good of the state."