Only bad generals need heroes.
BERTOLT BRECHTPeople who fight may lose. People who do not fight have already lost.
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When the house of a great one collapses Many little ones are slain.
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Don’t tell me peace has broken out.
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Who has good luck is good, Who has bad luck is bad.
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Bank robbery is an initiative of amateurs. True professionals establish a bank.
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Here today we huddle tight As the darkest heathens might The snow falls chilly on our skin The snow is forcing its way in. Hush, snow, come in with us to dwell: We were thrown out by Heaven as well.
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It isn’t important to come out on top, what matters is to be the one who comes out alive.
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The world of knowledge takes a crazy turn When teachers themselves are taught to learn.
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Terrible is the temptation to be good.
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Those who have had no share in the good fortunes of the mighty Often have a share in their misfortunes.
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The righteous one has no sense of humor.
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Would it not be simpler If the Government dissolved the people and elected another?
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All the gang of those who rule us Hope our quarrels never stop Helping them to split and fool us So they can remain on top.
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Each of us is the strongest one in his or her own skin. Characteristics should take off their hats to one another, instead of spitting in each other’s faces.
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Spring is noticed, if at all By people sitting in railway trains.
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Boy Meets Girl, So What?
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