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

If anenemy is annoying you by playing well, consider adopting his strategy.

It isthe acid test of nonviolence that in a nonviolent conflict there is no rancorleft behind, and in the end the enemies are converted into friends.

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.

Given afair wind, we will negotiate our way into the Common Market, head held high,not crawling in. Negotiations? Yes. Unconditional acceptance of whateverterms are offered us? No.

The fire you kindle for your enemy often burns yourself more than him.

You can't unscramble an egg.

Every village has to become a self-sufficient republic.

Conflictleads to less-than-adequate performance, resentments, and lack of motivation.

A man of great common sense and good taste-meaning there a man without originality or moral courage.

Whenpeople say women can’t be trusted because they cycle every month, myresponse is that men cycle every day, so they should only be allowed tonegotiate peace treaties in the evening.

It isgreed to do all the talking but not to want to listen at all.