“We dare not tempt them with weakness. For only when our arms are sufficient beyond doubt can we be certain beyond doubt that they will never be employed.” — John F. Kennedy Source: from his inaugural address, United States Capitol, Washington, D.C., January 20, 1961
Temptation
Oscar Wilde Quote
“The only way to get rid of a temptation is to yield to it.” — Oscar Wilde Source: 1890 book The Picture of Dorian Gray, Ch. 2 (Lord Henry)
Oscar Wilde Quote
“Life’s aim, if it has one, is simply to be always looking for temptations. There are not nearly enough. I sometimes pass a whole day without coming across a single one.” — Oscar Wilde Source: A Woman of No Importance, Act 3, 1892 (Lord Illingworth)