There's never been a lack of men willing to die bravely. The trouble is to find a few able to live sensibly.

There's never been a lack of men willing to die bravely. The trouble is to find a few able to live sensibly.

the ruder lecturers are, and the louder their voices, the more converts they make to their opinions.

Life flows on over death as water closes over a stone dropped into a pool. ... Fate is certain; death is certain; but the courage and nobility of men and women matter more than these.

I am fierce for work. Without work I am nothing.

Everybody's tragedy is somebody's nuisance.

Question everyone in authority, and see that you get sensible answers to your questions ... questioning does not mean the end of loving, and loving does not mean the abnegation of intelligence. Vow as much love to your country as you like ... but, I implore you, do not forget to question.