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

No onewould talk much in society; if he knew how often he misunderstands others.

Life imitates art far more that art imitates life.

A language is like living skin itself.

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

Whilewe consider when to begin, it becomes too late.

Opportunity may be hard to recognize if you are only looking for a lucky break.

The man who opts for revenge should dig two graves.

Consistencyis the hobgoblin of little minds.

One whodoes not look ahead remains behind.

All that is sometimes needed to make you content with you lot is a bad dream.

We have no more right to consume happiness without producing it than to consume wealth without producing it