Great things are achieved only when we take great risks.

Theologians are all alike, of whatever religion or country they may be; their aim is always to wield despotic authority over men's consciences; they therefore persecute all of us who have the temerity to tell the truth.

The people say what they like and then I do what I like

Great advantage is drawn from knowledge of your adversary, and when you know the measure of his intelligence and character, you can use it to play on his weakness.

Everybody is using coffee. If possible, this must be prevented. My people must drink beer.

It is pardonable to be defeated, but never to be surprised.

Many battles have been fought and won by soldiers nourished on beer.