1,085 Quotes by Robert A. Heinlein

Never pick up a stray kitten . . . unless you've already made up your mind to be owned by it.

I am free, no matter what rules surround me. I am free because I know that I alone am morally responsible for every thing I do.

People who go broke in a big way never miss any meals. It is the poor jerk who is shy a half slug who must tighten his belt.

From my point of view, a great deal of openly expressed piety is insufferable conceit.

I had taken a partner once before—but, damnation, no matter how many times you get your fingers burned, you have to trust people. Otherwise you are a hermit in a cave, sleeping with one eye open.

Being sorry won't get you into heaven. Get happy, son. Get that old spring into your step and stay on your toes.

Don't ever become a pessimist, Ira; a pessimist is correct oftener than an optimist, but an optimist has more fun--and neither can stop the march of events.

In past history popularly elected governments have been no better and sometimes far worse than overt tyrannies.

If you would know a man, observe how he treats a cat.