Courage consists not in hazarding without fear but being resolutely minded in a just cause.

I don't need a friend who changes when I change and who nods when I nod; my shadow does that much better.

The mind is not a vessel to be filled but a fire to be kindled.

An imbalance between rich and poor is the oldest and most fatal ailment of all republics.

When Demosthenes was asked what was the first part of Oratory, he answered, "Action," and which was the second, he replied, "action," and which was the third, he still answered "Action.

Know how to listen, and you will profit even from those who talk badly.

The real destroyer of the liberties of the people is he who spreads among them bounties, donations and benefits.

Barba non facit philosophum

To make no mistakes is not in the power of man; but from their errors and mistakes the wise and good learn wisdom for the future.

Time is the wisest of all counselors.

No beast is more savage than man when possessed with power answerable to his rage.

I once saw you in a tuxedo and all I wanted to do is eat.

I don't have luxurious tastes or great needs, but my independence is worth a lot to me.

You can look forward with hope, because one day there will be no more separation, no more scars, and no more suffering in My Fathers House. It's the home of your dreams!

The conductor's gift does not always go hand in hand with that of composition; indeed, the union is found much more seldom than is popularly believed.

Mayer Hawthorne's old school pop-R&B homages are so meticulous that it's tempting to overrate his pipes.

And while it is true that I got the best woman in the world, I don't think love saves you.

Looking deeply at life as it is in this very moment, the meditator dwells in stability and freedom.

You know how much money the oil companies have? If you need some gas, just go fill your tank off and drive off - they're not going to miss it.

That's pretty hot," he said. "Punching me in the eye?" "Well, no. Of course not. I meant the idea of getting rough with you is hot. I'm a big fan of full-contact sports." "I'm sure you are.

Now I think all of us were born with a hole in our hearts, and we go around looking for the person who can fill it. You... you fill me up.