Mothers easily become jealous of their sons' friends when they are particularly successful. As a rule a mother loves herself in her son more than she does the son himself.

The universe without music would be madness.

Nothing has been purchased more dearly than the little bit of reason and sense of freedom which now constitutes our pride.

Some people appear to be more meager in talent than they are, just because the tasks they set themselves are always too great.

Go up close to your friend, but do not go over to him! We should also respect the enemy in our friend.

Arrogance on the part of the meritorious is even more offensive to us than the arrogance of those without merit: for merit itself is offensive.

A nation is a detour of nature to arrive at five or six great men- yes, and then to get around them.