I like better for one to say some foolish thing upon important matters than to be silent. That becomes the subject of discussion and dispute, and the truth is discovered.

There is only one duty; that is to be happy.

All things must be examined, debated, investigated without exception and without regard for anyone's feelings.

My friend, you should blow out your candle in order to find your way more clearly.

All children are essentially criminal.

Those who fear the facts will forever try to discredit the fact-finders.

Whatever dressing one gives to mushrooms, to whatever sauces our Apiciuses put them, they are not really good but to be sent back to the dungheap where they are born.