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Discover a collection of thought-provoking quotes on power that will inspire and challenge your understanding of this intriguing concept. From famous philosophers to influential leaders, these quotes explore the complexities of power—its ability to corrupt, its potential for good, and the responsibility that comes with it. Dive into the wisdom of thinkers and visionaries as they delve into the nature of power and its impact on individuals, societies, and the world at large. Gain new insights and perspectives on this timeless and captivating theme that shapes humanity's past, present, and future.

Give me my robe, put on my crown; I have Immortal longings in me. Read Summary

Pessimism leads to weakness, optimism to power. Read Summary

Imagination is the real and eternal world of which this vegetable universe is but a faint shadow. Read Summary

Water is the softest of all things, yet it is the most powerful. The ocean patiently allows all things to flow into it. It is always flexible. The Tao is not about grasping, but allowing, like water. Read Summary

There is no greater power in Heaven or on Earth than pure, unconditional love. The nature of the God force, the unseen intelligence in all things, which causes the material world and is the center of both the spiritual and physical plane, is best described as pure, unconditional love. Read Summary

Imagination grows by exercise, and contrary to common belief, is more powerful in the mature than in the young. Read Summary

One man with a gun can control 100 without one. Read Summary

Odd how the creative power at once brings the whole universe to order. Read Summary

Who shall measure the hat and violence of the poet's heart when caught and tangled in a woman's body? Read Summary

The past cannot be changed. The future is yet in your power. Read Summary

All national institutions of churches, whether Jewish, Christian or Turkish, appear to me no other than human inventions, set up to terrify and enslave mankind, and monopolize power and profit. Read Summary

The strength and power of despotism consists wholly in the fear of resistance. Read Summary

Experience hath shewn, that even under the best forms of government those entrusted with power have, in time, and by slow operations, perverted it into tyranny. Read Summary

The constitutions of most of our States assert that all power is inherent in the people; that... it is their right and duty to be at all times armed. Read Summary

I put for the general inclination of all mankind, a perpetual and restless desire of power after power, that ceaseth only in death. Read Summary

During the time men live without a common power to keep them all in awe, they are in that conditions called war; and such a war, as if of every man, against every man. Read Summary

The obligation of subjects to the sovereign is understood to last as long, and no longer, than the power lasteth by which he is able to protect them. Read Summary

Control is not real, and I'm really understanding that every day. It's about the acceptance of relinquishing control that makes it powerful for you. Read Summary

Kiss me and you will see how important I am. Read Summary

Balk the enemy's power; force him to reveal himself. Read Summary