The absurdity of life doesn't make it meaningless, but rather gives it a special kind of meaning.

Let us unite our wills and form but one soul， one life， one being， in order that we may truly have common property.

Patriotism is not a choice, but a duty.

一八一四年，俄、奥、普联军兵临巴黎城下，理工学校学生要求参战。面临灭顶之灾的拿破仑却说：“我不愿为取金蛋杀掉我的老母鸡！”后来，这句名言被刻在巴黎理工学校梯型大教室的天花板正中心，一直激励着该校师生奋发好学。

释义：人依赖衣食，就像鱼依赖水；国家依赖人民，就像人依赖双脚。鱼没水活不了，人没脚则寸步难行。

Life is about taking risks, if you don't take risks you'll never know what you're capable of.