...one Greek city state had a fundamental law: anyone proposing revisions to the constitution did so with a noose around his neck. If his proposal lost he was instantly hanged.

There is no genius who hasn't a touch of insanity.

Prosperity makes friends and adversity tries them. A true friend is one soul in two bodies

We praise a man who feels angry on the right grounds and against the right persons and also in the right manner at the right moment and for the right length of time.

Life is full of chances and changes, and the most prosperous of men may in the evening of his days meet with great misfortunes.

The best things are placed between extremes.

He who has overcome his fears will truly be free.