The creation of a thousand forests is in one acorn.

The fire you kindle for your enemy often burns yourself more than him.

One person with a belief is a social power equal to nintynine who have only interest.

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

It is better to trust and sometimes be disappointed thanto be forever mistrusting and be right occasionally.

Commitmentin the face of conflict produces character.

The desire for change is a sign of safety.

Themost important of life's battles is the one we fight daily in the silentchambers of the soul.

When aman says that he approves something in principle, it means he hasn't theslightest intention of putting it in practice.

Imagination is useful as long as it remains practical.

The sole advantage of power is that you can do more good.

If you follow me, I may lead you straight to hell, but ifyou trust me, I will lead you back out again.