Soremarkably perverse is the nature of man that he despises those that court himand admires whoever will not bend before him.

Power tends to corrupt, and absolute power corrupts absolutely.

Anyone whoconducts an argument by appealing to authority is not using his intelligence,just his memory.

One whodoes not look ahead remains behind.

A quiettongue shows a wise head.

A man's real life is that accorded to him in the thoughtd other man by reason of respect or natural love.

Silenceis the ultimate weapon of power.

Patience is bitter, but its fruit is sweet.

An honest man's word is as good as his bond.

Youdon't have to worry about being bit if the dog doesn't have any teeth.Success has made failures of many men.

A good listener is not someone with nothing to say. A good listener is a good talkerwith a sore throat.

All marriedcouples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art of makinglove. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Good battleis healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle of equalpartnership.