Drown not thyself to save a drowning man

The compromisewill always be more expensive than either of the suggestions it iscompromising.

The most important things are the hardest to say, because words diminish them.

Patriotism is not a short and frenzied outbrust of emotion but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

All faults may be forgiven of him who has perfect candour

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

Greatideas often receive violent opposition from mediocre minds.

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.

It is easier to discover deficiencies in indivuduals, states and providence than to see their real import and value.

To teach isto learn twice.

Long-rangeplanning works best in the short term.

Laughteris the shortest distance between two people.