Themost dramatic conflicts are perhaps, those that take place not between menbut between a man and himselfwhere the arena of conflict is a solitary mind.

A smallbenefit obtained is better than a great one in expectation.

Nothing is greater impediment to being on good terms with other than being ill at ease with yourself.

A Habit is a shirt made of iron.

Distancedoesn't matter. It is only the first step that is difficult.

Far better to think historically, to remember the lessonsof the past. Thus, far better to conceive of power as consisting in part ofthe knowledge of when not to use all the power you have. Far better to be onewho knows that if you reserve the power not to

Tolerance that accepts merits as the most natural thing in World is the highest applause.

Beforeeverything else, getting ready is the secret to success.

If an enemyis annoying you by playing well, consider adopting his strategy.

Peacecan not be kept by force. It can only be won, through understanding. Ourlonging for understandingis Eternal.

Speech is of time; silence is of eternity.

Remember not only to say the right thing in the right place, but far more difficultstill, to leave unsaid the wrong thing at the tempting moment.