William Faulkner Quotes

Beware the wrath of a patient adversary.

I always told my young umpires, 'Don't get mad. Whatever you do, don't show it. But no matter how long it takes, get even.'

A good servant makes a bad enemy

But time at last makes all things even, And if we do but watch the hour, There never yet was human power That could evade, if unforgiven, The patient hate and vigil long, Of those who treasure up a wrong

I love to remember my enemies and I love to get my enemies. I had some enemies. I had people that really I helped a lot. And when I needed the help, in some cases, they were not there for me.

Revenge is a dish that tastes best when served cold.

If you'd like to know how the Serbs in my district feel about everything, Mr. President, I can tell you there's not a one of them who wouldn't hang you from the nearest lamppost if they had the chance.

Is there any way we can screw him?

It is good to forget one's anger against one's wrongdoer, whoever he may be, for countless number of evils will quickly grow from this anger.

Revenge is a caustic thing. I say, Breathe in, breathe deeply, let it go.

Revenge is a powerful motivator.

I am not a man who wants revenge.

There are certain rules: If you know somebody did something, you don't just say, 'Ay, po-leece, I know who did it!' it's more like, 'Okay, I'll take care of it.'

I think revenge is an extremely potent and powerful weapon, and hatred is more powerful sometimes than love.

Revenge is a common passion; it is the sin of the uninstructed.

Vengeance to God alone belongs; But, when I think of all my wrongs My blood is liquid flame!

I didn't move. I've learned from years of experience that dogs and falcons and ladies come back to you if you stay where you are.

Revenge is a dish best served cold.

Justice can span years. Retribution is not subject to a calendar.

If it will feed nothing else, it will feed my revenge.

Lo, when two dogs are fighting in the streets, With a third dog one of the two dogs meets; With angry teeth he bites him to the bone, And this dog smarts for what that dog has done.

Revenge is sweet but not nourishing.

Everyone knows revenge is a dish best served when you've had enough time to build up enough vitriol and fury.

Since we cannot match it let us take our revenge by abusing it.

I don't like it, but my hands are tied. I just want you to know this: if I ever get the chance to betray you, I will. If the opportunity arises to pay you back, I'll take it. You'll never be able to trust me.