There is not much difference between a mortal man and a dying man. The absurdity of making plans is only slightly more obvious in the second case.
Woes and wonders of power, that tonic hell, synthesis of poison and panacea.
Tolerance cannot seduce the young.
The limit of every pain is an even greater pain.
No one can enjoy freedom without trembling.
Discretion is deadly to genius; ruinous to talent.