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

It iswith our brothers and sisters that we learn to love, share, negotiate, startand end fights, hurt others, and save face. The basis of healthy (orunhealthy) connections in adulthood is cast during childhood.

There ward for always listening when you'd rather be talking is wisdom.

Tranquility will roof a house, but discord can wear away the foundation of a city.

Too little liberty brings stagnation, too much brings chaos.

Even to observe neutrality you must have a strong government

Thefire you kindle for your enemy often burns yourself more than him.

Don'tconsider your reputation and you may do anything you like.

People loan their trust, they don't give it.

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

Wisdom loves the children of men, but she prefers those who come through foolishness to wisdom

The directuse of force is such a poor solution to any problem, it is generally employedonly by small children and large nations.