Since men do not really respect anything unless it was established long ago and has developed slowly over time, those who want tokeep on living after their death must take worry not only about their future generations but even more about their past: that is why tyrants of all kinds (including tyrannical artists and politicians) like to do violence to history, so that it will appear as a preparation and stepladder to themselves.

What do we have in common with the rosebud, which trembles because a drop of dew lies on its body?

It is the privilege of greatness to confer intense happiness with insignificant gifts.

Human, all too human.

Women are quite able to make friends with a man; but to preserve such a friendship - that no doubt requires the assistance of a slight physical antipathy

One can only be silent and sit peacefully when one hath arrow and bow; otherwise one prateth and quarrelleth. Let your peace be a victory!

It is not a lack of love, but a lack of friendship that makes unhappy marriages.