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

All is riddle, and the key to a riddle is another riddle.

A manneed never revenge himself; the body of his enemy will be brought to his owndoor.

Conflictlies at the core of innovation.

Power is no blessing in itself, except when it is used toprotect the innocent.

Tact is the ability to make a person see the lightning without letting him feel the bolt.

Originality is the art of Concealing your Source.

Agrievance is most poignant when almost redressed.

It's good to shut up sometimes.

Usesoft words and hard arguments.

We donot have to agree; we do need to understand.

Thedays are too short even for love; how can there be enough time for quarreling?