Shifu quotes from Stargate SG-1

Shifu

Oma teaches the true nature of man is decided in the battle between the conscious mind and the desires of the subconscious, Oma teaches the evil of my subconscious is too strong to resist. The only way to win is to deny it battle.

Welcome to Earth.

Shifu

A spark lights a flame, but the candle will only burn as long as the wick.

Col. O'Neill

If I may, sir. I think what he means is the wick is the centre of the candle, and ostensibly a great leader, like yourself, is essential to the... whole ball of wax. Basically, what it means is that it's always better to have a big, long wick. Right?

Daniel Jackson

Don't look at me.

Col. O'Neill

It's right, though? Right?

Shifu

If the instrument is broken, the music will be sour.

Dr. Jackson

The music does not play the musician.

Shifu

Normally there is truth in that.

Dr. Jackson

Really? Good. Cause I really didn't have any idea what I was talking about.

Shifu

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.

Dr. Jackson

Oma teach you that?

Shifu

Television.

Dr. Jackson

Glad I've been such a positive influence.