I have always a slight feeling of pity for the man who has no knowledge of chess, just as I would pity the man who has remained ignorant of love.
Mistrust is the most necessary characteristic of the Chess player
The future belongs to he who has the bishops.
When you see a good move, sit on your hands and see if you can find a better one.
... a lively imagination can exercise itself most fully and creatively in conjuring up magnificent combinations.
Always put the rook behind the pawn.... Except when it is incorrect to do so.