Every time she said some thing is cooking, I thought she was in the kitchen.

Anger and intolerance are the enemies of correct understanding.

In making a speech one must study three points: first, the means of producing persuasion; second, the language; third the proper arrangement of the various parts of the speech.

The wise man does not expose himself needlessly to danger, since there are few things for which he cares sufficiently; but he is willing, in great crises, to give even his life - knowing that under certain conditions it is not worthwhile to live.

I have altogether failed to comprehend as to how undue pride or vain-gloriousness could ever stand in the way of a man believing in God.

When there is oppression, the only self-respecting thing is to rise and say this shall cease today, because my right is justice. If you are stronger, you have to help the weaker boy or girl both in play and in the work.

Pleasure is a physical experience.

Just because someone forgives your wrongs does not mean their hurt is healed forever.

I feel exhausted if I teach too long.

Competition is the keen cutting edge of business, always shaving away at costs. 

When restraint and courtesy are added to strength, the latter becomes irresistible.

A woman is the only thing I am afraid of that I know will not hurt me.