Fear drives the wretched to prayer

It is not because things are difficult that we do not dare; it is because we do not dare that things are difficult

A sword by itself does not slay; it is merely the weapon used by the slayer.

The important thing about a problem is not its solution, but the strength we gain in finding the solution

Don't stumble over something behind you.

We become wiser by adversity; prosperity destroys our appreciation of the right.

Great men rejoice in adversity, just as brave soldiers triumph in war.

When an author is too meticulous about his style, you may presume that his mind is frivolous and his content flimsy.

There in no one more unfortunate than the man who has never been unfortunate. for it has never been in his power to try himself.

It's all in your headJ you have the power to make things seem hard or easy or even amusing. The choice is yours.

Death is the wish of some, the relief of many, and the end of all.

Love is of all passions the strongest, for it attacks simultaneously the head, the heart and the senses.

I'm not an agent from any government, even if some of you may not believe it. I'm not. I'm a peacemaker.

(He) felt lost and alone without his old friend, though he barely recognized him anymore. He wondered if they could ever be friends again.

The greatest human quest is to know what one must do in order to become a human being.

Writing is the best way to talk without being interrupted.

The symphonic orchestras have sponsors, people who give them endowments, and I think it should be the same way with jazz - because this is a national treasure.

Confine yourself to the present.

[The Dalai Lama ] says Western traditions can teach Tibetans a lot about social action, and he thinks some Christians are very good at that.

Peace is the simplicity of heart, serenity of mind, tranquility of soul, the bond of love.

A touch of science, even bogus science, gives an edge to the superstitious tale.