The salt of any interesting civilization is mixture.
Sentiment: NEGATIVE
I love salt. Then again, who doesn't?
Nobody likes having salt rubbed into their wounds, even if it is the salt of the earth.
Civilization consists in the multiplication and refinement of human wants.
I take everything with a grain of salt.
Civilization is like a thin layer of ice upon a deep ocean of chaos and darkness.
Civilization grew in the beginning from the minute that we had communication - particularly communication by sea that enabled people to get inspiration and ideas from each other and to exchange basic raw materials.
Salt is a preservative. It really holds flavor. For example, if you chop up some fresh herbs, or even just garlic, the salt will extract the moisture and preserve the flavor.
Fertile soil, level plains, easy passage across the mountains, coal, iron, and other metals imbedded in the rocks, and a stimulating climate, all shower their blessings upon man.
The slum is the measure of civilization.
Life would pall if it were all sugar; salt is bitter if taken by itself; but when tasted as part of the dish, it savours the meat. Difficulties are the salt of life.