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

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

All mankind is divided into three classes: those who are immovable; those who are movable; and those who move.

There is sweet joy that comes to us that comes to us after sorrow.

I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him

Themost important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how toget along with people.

Never trust the advice of a man in difficulties.

It isthe acid test of nonviolence that in a nonviolent conflict there is no rancorleft behind, and in the end the enemies are converted into friends.

One cannot be precise and still be pure.

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

Thecorrect strategy for Americans negotiating with Japanese or other foreignclients is a Japanese strategy:ask questions. When you think you understand, ask more questions. Carefullyfeel for pressure points.If an impasse is reached, don't pressure. Sugges

Science has achieved more for the emancipation of masses than the wisdom of sages.