Reason is feminine in nature; it can only give after it has received.
Life is neither to be wept over nor to be laughed at but to be understood.
Will power is to the mind like a strong blind man who carries on his shoulders a lame man who can see.
All religions promise a reward beyond life, in eternity, for excellences of the will or heart, but none for excellences of the head or understanding.
Life is a business that does not cover the costs.
Genius is an intellect that has become unfaithful to its destiny.