| TUVOK'S WORDS OF WISDOM
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| TUVOK'S WORDS OF WISDOM
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On the contrary, the demands on a Vulcan's character are extraordinarily difficult. Do not mistake composure for ease. How may I be honest with you today?
Tuvok to Chakotay in [#11 State of Flux] |
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The strongest tactical move is always the one in which you will reap the highest gain at the lowest cost. 'Going out with phasers firing' may seem heroic, but in the long run it is merely foolish. Retreat is often the best possible option.
Tuvok to Dalby, Henley, Chell and Gerron [#16 Learning Curve] |
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I recently realised that there are times when it is desirable to bend the rules.
Tuvok to Dalby, Henley, Chell and Gerron [#16 Learning Curve] |
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However, I must point out that, as illogical as it seems, being a father can have infinite rewards, far more than would seem possible. My children occupy a significant portion of my thoughts - now, more than ever.
Tuvok to Neelix in [#18 Elogium] |
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Without the darkness how would we recognise the light? ... Do not fear your negative thoughts. They are part of you. They are a part of every living being.
Tuvok to Kes in [#26 Cold Fire] |
Captain, based on our readings, it appears that we've been transported back in time to the birth of the universe.
I am curious. Have the Q always had an absence of manners? Or is it the result of some natural evolutionary process that comes with omnipotence?
I have learned that pregnancy and patience go hand in hand.
I do believe there is more within each of us than science has yet explained.
I cannot protect you from the natural conclusion of life, nor would I try. Vulcans consider death to be the completion of a journey. There is nothing to fear.
I have never understood the practice in some cultures of describing ferocious creatures in an attempt to lull children to sleep.
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The safety of this crew is paramount, and I must do whatever I can to ensure that safety.
Tuvok to Kim [#41 Resolutions] |
The human fascination with 'fun' has led to many tragedies in your short but violent history. One wonders how your race has survived having so much 'fun'. ... Ever since I entered the Academy, I've had to endure the egocentric nature of humanity. You believe that everyone in the galaxy should be like you, that we should all share your sense of humour and your human values.
Ever since I entered the Academy, I've had to endure the egocentric nature of humanity. You believe that everyone in the galaxy should be like you, that we should all share your sense of humour and your human values.
The human fascination with 'fun' has led to many tragedies in your short but violent history. One wonders how your race has survived having so much 'fun'.
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I do not experience feelings of nostalgia. But there are times when I think back to those days of meeting Kirk, Spock and the others, and I am pleased that I was part of it.
Tuvok to Janeway in [#44 Flashback] |
There is nothing logical about the pon farr. It is a time when instinct and emotion dominate over reason.
Your 'instincts' were correct. However, one day your intuition will fail, and you will finally understand that logic is primary above all else. 'Instinct' is simply another term for serendipity.
Curious. I've never understood the human compulsion to emotionally bond with inanimate objects. This vessel has 'done' nothing - it's an assemblage of bulkheads, conduits, tritanium. Nothing more.
(Janeway: Fire at will.) Tuvok: I have the will, but not the means, Captain. Targetting control is down.
Vulcans do not make small talk.
We are in the arms of family. .... We gather this day to extol the warmth and joy of those unshakable bonds. Without them we could not call ourselves complete. On this day we are thankful to be together. We do not stand alone.
Mr Neelix, I must ask you to exchange your spatula for a phaser rifle. We have two intruders on board.
In any covert battle, logic is a potent weapon. You might try it sometime.
Captain Janeway's methods are unorthodox. It is her strength as a leader but unfortunately it is also her greatest weakness.
I wait until his own illogic overwhelms him.
When it comes to affairs of the human heart, it is wise to look beyond logic.
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The flame, like emotion, is a primitive force. Left unchecked it's chaotic, destructive, but if controlled it can be a powerful tool.
Tuvok to Torres [#115 Juggernaut] |
I have much more important things to do than engage in the preparation of nutritionally deficient foods.
Offspring can be disturbingly illogical, yet profoundly fulfilling. You should anticipate paradox.
