Imagination was given to man to compensate him for what he is not; a sense of humor to console him for what he is.

Knowledge itself is power.
- Topic: Knowledge, Power
- Location: Playa Del Carmen
- Photo: Jeffrey Benjamin
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Natural abilities are like natural plants, that need pruning by study; and studies themselves do give forth directions too much at large, except they be bounded in by experience.
If a man will begin with certainties, he shall end in doubts; but if he will be content to begin with doubts he shall end in certainties.
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Cherish that which is within you, and shut off that which is without; for much knowledge is a curse.
The knowledge and skills you have achieved are meant to be forgotten so you can float comfortably in emptiness, without obstruction.
When you know a thing, to hold that you know it; and when you do not know a thing. To allow that you do not know it—this is knowledge.
Conceit spoils the finest genius… and the great charm of all power is modesty.
Nowadays the world is becoming increasingly materialistic, and mankind is reaching toward the very zenith of external progress, driven by an insatiable desire for power and vast possessions. Yet by this vain striving for perfection in a world where everything is relative, they wander even further away from inward peace and happiness of the mind.
Anyone who has the power to make you believe absurdities has the power to make you commit injustices.
There is only one time that is important—now! It is the most important time because it is the only time when we have any power.
The resources, advantages, and the powers of the American people are very great, and they have, consequently, succeed to equally great responsibilities.
You are the only person who thinks in your mind. You are the power and authority in your world.
The same power that rose Christ from the dead, is living inside of you.
The desire of power in excess caused the angels to fall; the desire of knowledge in excess caused man to fall.
