A certain sense of cruelty towards oneself and others is Christian; hatred of those who think differently; the will to persecute. Mortal hostility against the masters of the earth, against the 'noble', that is also Christian; hatred of mind, of pride, courage, freedom, libertinage of mind, is Christian; hatred of the senses, of joy in general, is Christian.

We are most unfair to God; we do not allow Him to sin.

Mistrust those in whom the urge to punish is strong.

Love forgives the lover even his lust.

If virtue goes to sleep, it will be more vigorous when it awakes.

There is always a certain noise in applause: even in the applause we give ourselves.

All words are prejudices.