One of the only coherent philosophical positions is thus revolt. It is a constant confrontation between man and his own obscurity.

We are rebels for a cause, poets with a dream , and we won't let this world die without a fight.

The only conception of freedom I can have is that of the prisoner or the individual in the midst of the State. The only one I know is freedom of thought and action.

There is but one freedom, To put oneself right with death. After that everything is possible. I cannot force you to believe in God. Believing in God amounts to coming to terms with death. When you have accepted death, the problem of God will be solved, and not the reverse.

What made me run away was doubtless not so much the fear of settling down, but of settling down permanently in something ugly.

When I was young, I expected from people more than they could give: neverending friendship and constant excitement. Now I expect less than they can actually can give: to stay close silently. And their feelings, friendship, noble deeds always seem like a miracle to me: a true grace.

The end of their passion consists of loving uselessly at the moment when it is pointless.