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

A rumor goes in one ear and out many mouths.

Sparrows who emulate peacocks are likely to break a thigh.

Anyonewho conducts an argument by appealing to authority is not using his intelligence,just his memory.

Words are, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.

Difficultiesare meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong byconflict.

Conflictcan destroy a team which hasn't spent time learning to deal with it.

Of all human foibles love of living is the most powerful.

The possession of power over others in inherently destructiveboth to the possessor of the power and to those over whom it is exercised.

Enthusiasm sees only the down payment.

Patience is the art of hoping.

Every man is wanted; and no man is wanted much.