I believe that man is in the last resort so free a being that his right to be what he believes himself to be cannot be contested.

It is said that truth comes from the mouths of fools and children: I wish every good mind which feels an inclination for satire would reflect that the finest satirist always has something of both in him.

Man is a masterpiece of creation, if only because no amount of determinism can prevent him from believing that he acts as a free being.

Just as we outgrow a pair of trousers, we outgrow acquaintances, libraries, principles, etc., at times before they're worn out and times - and this is the worst of all - before we have new ones.

The highest level than can be reached by a mediocre but experienced mind is a talent for uncovering the weaknesses of those greater than itself.

Never undertake anything unless you have the heart to ask Heaven's blessing on your undertaking.

Just as the performance of the vilest and most wicked deeds requires spirit and talent, so even the greatest demand a certain insensitivity which under other circumstances we would call stupidity.