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

Repentance is the attempt of the inner man to return home after wonderful night out

Silenceis foolish if we are wise, but wise if we are foolish.

Nevercut what you can untie.

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

Thereare two sides to every question.

Ignorance is a form of environmental pollution.

Neversay more than is necessary.

He is poor indeed that can promise nothing.

Youcan't shake hands with a clenched fist.

Listening,not imitation, may be the sincerest form of flattery.

Pleasant words are the food of love.