One does not want to be deceived, under the supposition that it is injurious, dangerous, or fatal to be deceived.

The true man wants two things: danger and play. For that reason he wants woman, as the most dangerous plaything.

Our greatest experiences are our quietest moments.

Solitude makes us tougher towards ourselves and tenderer towards others. In both ways it improves our character.

Was aus Liebe getan wird, geschieht immer jenseits von Gut und Böse. (What is done out of love always takes place beyond good and evil.)

For as long as they praise you, never forget that it is not yet your own path that you walk, but another person's.

On the heights it is warmer than those in the valley imagine.