Bythree methods we may learn wisdom: first, by reflection, which is noblest;second, imitation, which is easiest; and third by experience, which is thebitterest.

Make the best use of what is in your power, and take therest as it happens.

Democracy will break under the strain of apronstrings. It can exist only on trust.

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

Whenpeople say women can’t be trusted because they cycle every month, myresponse is that men cycle every day, so they should only be allowed tonegotiate peace treaties in the evening.

It seemedrather incongruous that in a society of super sophisticated communication, weoften suffer from a shortage of listeners.

Who can say more than rich praise, that you alone are you?

The lust for power in dominating others inflames the heartmore than any other passion.

Don't let life discourage your, everyone who got where he is had to begin where he was.

A book is a mirror; if an ass peers into it, you can't expect an apostle to peer out.

Learning is the property of those who fear to do disagreeable things.

If you ain't never pick up the sword,you ain't never have to worry about fallin' on it.