When a civilization acts in opposition to its instincts, it may be under the influence of something, or someone, new.
What is necessary is never unwise.
What greater source of peace exists than our ability to love our enemy?[to Michael]
There is no telling what any one of us may do where the heart is concerned.
Spock, you are fully capable of deciding your own destiny. The question you face is: which path will you choose? This is something only you can decide.
No matter your shame, gather your strength. Find a way to help those who need you.[to Michael]
In times of crisis, ignorance can be beneficial.
When emotion brings us ghosts from the past, only logic can root us in the present.
Great unifiers are few and far between, but they do come. Often, such leaders will need a profound cause for their followers to rally around.
