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

The last function of reason is to recognize that there is an infinity of things which surpass it.

There are always two forces warring against each other within us.

No one wouldtalk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Thisduality has been reflected in classical as well as modern literature asreason versus passion, or mind versus intuition. The split between the ‘conscious’mind and the ‘unconscious.’ There are moments in each of ourlives when our verbal-intellect sugges

The onesure way to conciliate a tiger is to allow oneself to be devoured.

Whendealing with people, remember you are not dealing with creatures of logic,but creatures of emotion.

Supicion of one's own motives is especially necessary for the philanthropist and the executive.

No one is free who does not Lord over himself.

Humour is emotional chaos remembered in tranquility.

It isnot necessary to understand things in order to argue about them.

Wordsare, of course, the most powerful drug used by mankind.