The Expulsion from Paradise is eternal in its principal aspect: this makes it irrevocable, and our living in this world inevitable, but the eternal nature of the process has the effect that not only could we remain forever in Paradise, but that we are currently there, whether we know it or not.
Franz KafkaOnly our concept of time makes it possible for us to speak of the Day of Judgment by that name in reality it is a summary court in perpetual session.
Franz KafkaOne advantage in keeping a diary is that you become aware with reassuring clarity of the changes which you constantly suffer.
Franz KafkaWe all have wings, but they have not been of any avail to us and if we could tear them off, we would do so.
Franz Kafka