I did not become a father because I am fond of children.

The most difficult thing in life is to know yourself.

Avoid doing what you would blame others for doing.

Nothing is more active than thought, for it travels over the universe, and nothing is stronger than necessity for all must submit to it.

Who is happy? This is a person, who has a healthy body, is dowered with peace of mind and cultivates his talents.

The past is certain, the future obscure.

All things are from water and all things are resolved into water.

We live not, in reality, on the summit of a solid earth but at the bottom of an ocean of air

If there is neither excessive wealth nor immoderate poverty in a nation, then justice may be said to prevail.

Time is the wisest of all things that are; for it brings everything to light.

Hope is the only good that is common to all men; those who have nothing else possess hope still.

True joy does not discount real suffering

Hand in hand with freedom of speech goes the power to be heard, to share in the decisions of government which shape men's lives.

He is an exceptional talent. I still think Diego Maradona is the best player I have ever seen but Messi is closing in fast. He's a wonderful sight in full flight and we are lucky to have him around.

Happiness mainly comes from our own attitude, rather than from external factors.

Education, and I regret to say this as an educator, but there's no indication that education has a direct effect on happiness.

Irabu is a fat, pus-y toad.

Life is a game; so we should know very well how to play it.

Im a massive science fiction and fantasy geek.

If you want to die, don't make a mistake and not quite kill yourself because the medical bills in America are hideous.

The Revolution has not yet succeeded. Comrades, you must carry on!