Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

Only the educated are free.

Politicians are the same all over. They promise to build a bridge even where there is no river.

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

I’mwillin’ for any solution — religious, political. I’m not going to keepofferin’ to negotiate so much because they turn us down each time. Itindicates a weakness on our part.

Kindness is never wasted. If it has no effect on the recepient, at least it benefits the bestower.

In oneof our concert grand pianos, 243 taut strings exert a pull of 40,000 poundson an iron frame. It is proof that out of great tension may come greatharmony.

The poet gives us his essence, but prose takes the mould of the body and mind entire.

Whenyou plant lettuce, if it does not grow well, you don't blame the lettuce. Youlook for reasons it is not doing well. It may need fertilizer, or more water,or less sun. You never blame the lettuce. Yet if we have problems with ourfriends or our family,

Toevery answer you can find a new question.

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

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