The wise man learns more from his enemies than the fool does from his friends.

An artist is a cut above the critic, for the artist is writing something which will move the critic. The critic is writing something which will move everybody but the artist

He approaches nearest to the gods who knows how to be silent, even though he is in the right.

Keep things informal. Talking is the natural way to do business. Writing is greatfor keeping records and putting down details, but talk generates ideas. Greatthings come from our luncheon meetings which consist of a sandwich, a cup ofsoup, and a good idea

Two man looks out through the same bars: the one sees the mud, the one the stars.

Faith is continuation of reason.

Trust exists; only lies are invented.

No one is free who does not Lord over himself.

It is no profit to have learned well, if you neglect to do well.

Sincerity is impossible, unless it pervades the whole being, and the pretence of it saps the very foundation of character

Grantgraciously what you cannot refuse safely and conciliate those you cannotconquer.

The hand of liberty is stronger than arms of power.