The evolution from happiness to habit is one of death's best weapons.

Oppositesattract and then can't stand each other.

The thoughts that come often unsought, and as it were, drop into the mind, are commonly the most valuable of any we have.

He whocannot agree with his enemies is controlled by them.

A shipin harbor is safe, but that is not what ships arebuilt for.

Men of genius are admired, men of wealth are envied, menof power are feared; but only men of character are trusted.

Imagination is useful as long as it remains practical.

A critic is a man who knows the way but can't drive the car.

Thegreatest glory in living lies not in never falling,but in rising every time we fall.

Beholdthe turtle. He makes progress only when he sticks his neck out.

Eyes are more accurate witness than ears

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