If Ishould ever be captured, I want no negotiation—and if I should request anegotiation from captivity they should consider that a sign of duress.

Our fear of disasters that may never happen robs us of the courage to meet the ills that do occur

Our power is in our ability to decide.

I hold it to be a proof of great prudence for men toabstain from threats and insulting words toward an enemy, for neither ...diminishes the strength of the enemy; but the one makes him more cautious,and the other increases his hatred of you and makes him

Sincerity is impossible, unless it pervades the whole being, and the pretence of it saps the very foundation of character

There is a sweet joy that comes to us after sorrow.

Much learning does not teach understanding.

Democracy is the art of disciplining onself, so that one need not be disciplined by others.

The problem with communication is the illusion that is has occurred.

Everything comes gradually and at its appointed hour.

Sparrows who emulate peacocks are likely to break a thigh.

Themost important single ingredient in the formula of success is knowing how toget along with people.