A matter that becomes clear ceases to concern us.

Talkingjaw-jaw is always better than war-war.

Man is born free, and everywhere is is in chains

It's notthe will to win, but the will to prepare to win that makes the difference.

Happiness is the wondrous commodity, the more your give; the more you have.

Wisdom requires that we pour a little oil of delicate courtesy on the wheels of friendship.

The art of writing is the art of restraint.

Passionsare generally roused by great conflicts.

The best prophet is common sense, our native wit.

When there is no enemy within, the enemies outside cannothurt you.

Allmarried couples should learn the art of battle as they should learn the art ofmaking love. Good battle is objective and honest never vicious or cruel. Goodbattle is healthy and constructive, and brings to a marriage the principle ofequal partnership.

If Ihad six hours to chop down a tree, I'd spend the first hour sharpening the ax.