Beon a horse when you go in search of a better one.

Aperson whose heart is not content is like a snake which tries to swallow anelephant.

Ultimately, the only power to which man should aspire isthat which he exercises over himself.

Man is born free, and everywhere is is in chains

Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river.

To exaggrerate is to weaken.

A hero is no braver than anyone else; he is only brave minutes longer

There are three ways of bearing ills of life: by indifference, by philosophy, and by religion.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Even to observe neutrality you must have a strong government

Talentalone won't make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at theright time, unless you are ready. The most important question is: 'Are youready?'

The good neighbour looks beyond the external accidents and discerns those inner qualities that make all men human, and therefore, brothers.