It is a sad weakness in us, after all, that the thought of a man's death hallows him anew to us; as if life were not sacred too.

Oh may I join the choir invisible Of those immortal dead who live again In minds made better by their presence.

It is in the nature of foolish reasonings to seem good to the foolish reasoner.

I'll tell you what's the greatest power under heaven, and that is public opinion-the ruling belief in society about what is right and what is wrong, what is honourable and what is shameful. That's the steam that is to work the engines.

What is your religion? I mean-not what you know about religion but the belief that helps you most?

It seems to me we can never give up longing and wishing while we are thoroughly alive. There are certain things we feel to be beautiful and good, and we must hunger after them.

Wear a smile and have friends; wear a scowl and have wrinkles.