A status symbol is an instrument you clash when you want someone to know you are there.

To startblindly with a statement is a sign of arrogance and narrow-mindedness, andwill lead to conflict. To start blindly with a question is a sign ofuncertainty and honesty, and will lead to wisdom.

Glory is a poison that can only be taken in small doses.

The wise man reads both books and life itself.

There's no point in arguing with partisan supporters. Their views are their identity.Nothing you can tell the most phlegmatic follower.

All creeds and opinions are nothing but the result of chance and temperament.

Difficultiesare meant to rouse, not discourage. The human spirit is to grow strong byconflict.

Laughter is shortest distance between two people.

Thegalleries are full of critics. They play no ball, they fight no fights. Theymake no mistakes because they attempt nothing. Down in the arena are thedoers. They make mistakes because they try many things. The man who makes nomistakes lacks boldness and

Byblending the breath of the sun and the shade, true harmony comes into theworld.

A nation reveals itself not only by the men it honours, the men it remembers.

People loan their trust, they don't give it.