It is certainly not the least charm of a theory that it is refutable.

When we cannot stand certain people, we try to have suspicions about them.

Love brings to light the lofty and hidden characteristics of the lover--what is rare and exceptional in him: to that extent it caneasily be deceptive with respect to what is normal in him.

And like a wind shall I one day blow amongst them and with my spirit take away their soul's breath: thus my future wills it.

I am almost equal to a shadow.

I was in darkness, but I took three steps and found myself in paradise. The first step was a good thought, the second, a good word; and the third, a good deed.

Unconsciously we seek the principles and opinions which are suited to our temperament, so that at last it seems as if these principles and opinions had formed our character and given it support and stability.