The great artist is one whom constraint exalts, for whom the obstacle is a springboard.

If life were organized, there would be no need for art.

The difficulty comes from this, that Christianity (Christian orthodoxy) is exclusive and that belief in its truth excludes belief in any other truth. It does not absorb; it repulses.

The wise man is he who constantly wonders afresh.

It is with fine sentiments that bad literature is made. Descend to the bottom of the well if you wish to see the stars.

Do not think your truth can be found by anyone else.

The most decisive actions of life are most often unconsidered actions.