It isthe acid test of nonviolence that in a nonviolent conflict there is no rancorleft behind, and in the end the enemies are converted into friends.

Concentration of wealth will never be a problem as long as we have those three great institutions for redistributing it: Taxes, wives, offspring.

Conscience is the frame of character, love is the covering for it.

The weaknesses of many make leader possible.

When makinga decision of minor importance, I have always found it advantageous toconsider all the pros and cons. In vital matters, however, such as the choiceof a mate or a profession, the decision should come from the unconscious,from somewhere within ou

Thenumber one goal in resolving a conflict is to make sure both sides maintaintheir self-esteem.

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

Any man's death diminishes me, because i am involved in mankind; and, therefore, never tend to know for whom the bell tolls. It tolls for thee.

Conflictinvolves incompatible behaviors rather thancompetitive goals.

Ninety-ninepercent of all problems in communications start with misunderstandings whichdevelop as a result of differing viewpoints and conditioning.

The onesure way to conciliate a tiger is to allow oneself to be devoured.

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