Accounts Quote by Louis XIV
![“Up to this moment I have been pleased to entrust the government of my affairs to the late Cardinal. It is now time that I govern them myself. You [secretaries and ministers of state] will assist me with your counsels when I ask for them. I request and order you to seal no orders except by my…” quote by Louis XIV](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/d6d/louis-xiv-15834_accounts_up-to-this-moment-i-have-been-pleased-to_1883701.jpg)
“Up to this moment I have been pleased to entrust the government of my affairs to the late Cardinal. It is now time that I govern them myself. You [secretaries and ministers of state] will assist me with your counsels when I ask for them. I request and order you to seal no orders except by my command, . . . I order you not to sign anything, not even a passport . . . without my command; to render account to me personally each day and to favor no one.”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Address to Ministers, 1665, Versailles
He declares personal control over state matters, demanding direct oversight and limiting ministerial autonomy.
In simple terms: He wants to rule directly and keep officials accountable.
Key Takeaway
Take personal responsibility for leadership.
Themes
authority
control
accountability
Mood
determined
assertive
Type
political
leadership
When to use this quote
- government meetings
- policy decisions
- daily reporting
- signing documents
- checking orders
Key Concepts
absolute monarchy
centralization
Questions to Reflect On
- How will you balance personal oversight with delegation?
- What risks arise from micromanagement?
A Different Perspective
May hinder efficient administration and overburden the ruler.
