The exercise of power is determined by thousands ofinteractions between the world of the powerful and that of the powerless, allthe more so because these worlds are never divided by a sharp line: everyonehas a small part of himself in both.

There is no fate that cannot be surmounted by scorn.

To beprepared is half the victory.

Learning must be had, but in the second place, as subsequent only to greater qualities.

It is less dangerous to treat most men badly than to treat them too well.

Amarriage without conflicts is almost as inconceivable as a nation without crises.

A child is not a vase to be filled, but a fire to be lit.

I liketo listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most peoplenever listen.

I'm nota combative person. My long experience has taught me to resolve conflict byraising the issues before I or others burn their boats.

I hope our wisdom will grow with our power, and teach us,that the less we use our power the greater it will be.

A danger forseen is half avoided.

Man wonders over the restless Sea........ the flowing waters...... the sight of the sky....... and forgets that as all wonders, man him self is the mast wonderful.