Man is born free, and everywhere is is in chains

Kindwords do not cost much. Yet they accomplish much.

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

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

A foolshows his annoyance at once, but a prudent man overlooks an insult.

To know the pains of power, we must go to those who haveit; to know its pleasures, we must go to those who are seeking it.

Nothing doth more hurt in a state that cunning men pass for wise.

Don'tjudge a book by its cover.

Consistencyis the hobgoblin of little minds.

Takeadvantage of the ambiguity in the world. Look at something and think aboutwhat else it might be.

Accomplishmentof purpose is better than making a profit.

Thereare two dilemmas that rattle the human skull: How do you hang on to someone whowon't stay? And how do you get rid of someone who won't go?