...this our world, which is so real, with all its suns and milky ways is-nothing.

The doctor sees all the weakness of mankind; the lawyer all the wickedness, the theologian all the stupidity.

Materialism is the philosophy of the subject who forgets to take account of himself.

Always to see the general in the particular is the very foundation of genius.

The first rule for a good style is to have something to say; in fact, this in itself is almost enough.

The reason domestic pets are so lovable and so helpful to us is because they enjoy, quietly and placidly, the present moment.

Religions are like fireflies. They require darkness in order to shine.