"In brief, we govern by a mixture of lying and bullying." — -(From the pamphlet: The Scientific Solution of the Problem of Government.) - Aleister Crowley

In brief, we govern by a mixture of lying and bullying.

If Osiris, Christ, and Mahomet were mad, then indeed is madness the key to the door of the Temple.

Destiny is an absolutely definite and inexorable ruler. Physical ability and moral determination count for nothing. It is impossible to perform the simplest act when the gods say "No." I have no idea how they bring pressure to bear on such occasions; I only know that it is irresistible. One may be wholeheartedly eager to do something which is as easy as falling off a log; and yet it is impossible.

She knew that she belonged to this man, body and soul. Every trace of shame departed; it was burnt out by the fire that consumed her. She gave him a thousand opportunities; she fought to turn his words to serious things. He baffled her with his shallow smile and ready tongue, that twisted all topics to triviality. By six o'clock she was morally on her knees before him; she was imploring him to stay to dinner with her. He refused.