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

Let usnever negotiate out of fear. But let us never fear to negotiate.

To be preparedis half the victory.

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

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

Knowingthat everything's futile but still fighting, still raging against the dying ofthe light that's what motivates me all the time ... If you hold that sense offutility in your head for too long, it can begin to eat into you. You canstill be aware of it

Theability to speak eloquently is not to be confused with having something tosay.

There is no cure for birth and death save to enjoy the interval.

In themiddle of every difficulty lies opportunity.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

Talent alonewon't make you a success. Neither will being in the right place at the righttime, unless you are ready. The most important question is: 'Are you ready?'

Any general statement is like a cheque drawn on a bank. Its value depends on what is there to meet it.