Lies are the religion of slaves and masters. Truth is the god of the free man.

When one loves somebody, everything is clear - where to go, what to do - it all takes care of itself and one doesn't have to ask anybody about anything.

When everything is easy one quickly gets stupid.

With his own money a person can live as he likes-a ruble that's your own is dearer than a brother.

There is no one on earth more disgusting and repulsive than he who gives alms. Even as there is no one so miserable as he who accepts them.

Only mothers can think of the future - because they give birth to it in their children.

Many contemporary authors drink more than they write.