Do we not all agree to call rapid thought and noble impulse by the name of inspiration? After our subtlest analysis of the mental process, we must still say that our highest thoughts and our best deeds are all given to us.

What loneliness is more lonely than distrust?

To manage men one ought to have a sharp mind in a velvet sheath.

A peasant can no more help believing in a traditional superstition than a horse can help trembling when be sees a camel.

What courage and patience are wanted for every life that aims to produce anything!

I protest against any absolute conclusion.

One must be poor to know the luxury of giving!