I have learned to walk: since then I have run. I have learned to fly: since then I do not have to be pushed in order to move. Now I am nimble, now I fly, now I see myself under myself, now a god dances within me.

Giving style” to one’s character - a great and rare art! It is exercised by those who see all the strengths and weaknesses of their own natures and then comprehend them in an artistic plan until everything appears as art and reason and even weakness delights the eye.

Love forgives the lover even his lust.

Show me that you are redeemed, and I will believe in your Redeemer.

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.

Live so that thou mayest desire to live again - that is thy duty - for in any case thou wilt live again!

Ten truths must you find during the day; otherwise will you seek truth during the night, and your soul will have been hungry.