Wherever progress is to ensue, deviating natures are of greatest importance.

One is proud to worship when he cannot be an idol.

One does not hate so long as one continues to rate low, but only when one has come to rate equal or higher.

Not necessity, not desire - no, the love of power is the demon of men. Let them have everything - health, food, a place to live, entertainment - they are and remain unhappy and low-spirited: for the demon waits and waits and will be satisfied.

Without passions you have no experience whatever.

Genuine historical knowledge requires nobility of character, a profound understanding of human existence - not detachment and objectivity.

Be generous in nature and thought; for this wins respect and gives confidence and power.