Chess first of all teaches you to be objective.

The purpose of human life and the sense of happiness is to give the maximum what the man is able to give.

For my victory over Capablanca I am indebted primarily to my superiority in the field of psychology. Capablanca played, relying almost exclusively on his rich intuitive talent. But for the chess struggle nowadays one needs a subtle knowledge of human nature, an understanding of the opponent's psychology.

I believe that true beauty of chess is more than enough to satisfy all possible demands.

I study chess eight hours a day, on principle.

Playing for complications is an extreme measure that a player should adopt only when he cannot find a clear and logical plan.

During a chess tournament a master must envisage himself as a cross between an ascetic monk and a beast of prey.