Method Quotes

The investigation of mathematical truths accustoms the mind to method and correctness in reasoning, and is an employment peculiarly worthy of rational beings.

It is common sense to take a method and try it; if it fails, admit it frankly and try another. But above all, try something. The millions who are in want will not stand by silently forever while the things to satisfy their needs are within easy reach.

When American military men approach some serious situation they are wont to write at the head of their directive the words "over-all strategic concept". There iswisdom in this, as it leads to clarity of thought....our American military colleagues, after having proclaimed their "over-all strategic concept" and computed availableresources, always proceed to the next step-namely, the method.

I could kill laughs more quickly by overdoing something than by any other method.

The only purpose of education is freedom; the only method is experience.

Though this be madness, yet there is method in't.

Take any path you like; follow any prophet you like; but have only that method which suits your own nature, so that you will be sure to progress.