A prince ought to have two fears, one from within, on account of his subjects, the other from without, on account of external powers.

The lion cannot protect himself from traps, and the fox cannot defend himself from wolves. One must therefore be a fox to recognize traps, and a lion to frighten wolves.

Everyone sees what you appear to be, few experience what you really are.

I desire to go to Hell and not to Heaven. In the former I shall enjoy the company of popes, kings and princes, while in the latter are only beggars, monks and apostles

Entrepreneurs are simply those who understand that there is little difference between obstacle and opportunity and are able to turn both to their advantage.

A government which does not trust its citizens to be armed is not itself to be trusted.

Men are so stupid and concerned with their present needs, they will always let themselves be deceived.

It is just as difficult and dangerous to try to free a people that wants to remain servile as it is to enslave a people that wants to remain free.

Any man who tries to be good all the time is bound to come to ruin among the great number who are not good.

A sign of intelligence is an awareness of one's own ignorance.

Power is the pivot on which everything hinges. He who has the power is always right; the weaker is always wrong.

A day becomes gloomy if there are no smiles. Smile to light up the world!

Usually when we talk about blessings, we experience joy and anticipation of a greater presence of God in our lives

So, what you're saying is, just because a warrior is a woman doesn't mean they yhave to wear a chain mail bikini? Like, they could wear...real armor?

Before I came here, I was confused about this subject. Having listened to your lecture, I am still confused -- but on a higher level.

In chains and darkness, wherefore should I stay, And mourn in prison, while I keep the key.

What you are willing to lose will be proportionate to what you are able to win.

The World Cup is not just a great global sporting event, it is also inscribed with much deeper cultural and political importance.

In Wall Street now, you have to hide what you're doing. It's more fun when you don't have to do that. But I don't think its sense of purpose has changed at all.

The world doesn't owe you a living, but just when you needed it, a door was opened for you to make a difference.

Change everything except your loves.