We must have a passion in life.

Experience is always a trustworthy guide; it may not tell you everything, but it never lies.

I saw in 'the wandering Jew' the personification of the Jewish people, exiled in the Middle Ages. Nevertheless, they are once again extremely rich, owing to their unfailing rude greediness and their indefatigable activity. With their hard-heartedness that they extend toward people of other faiths and races they are at the point of making themselves kings of the world. This people can thank its obstinacy that France will be Judized within fifty years. Already some wise Jews prophesy this frankly.

You can bind my body, tie my hands, govern my actions: you are the strongest, and society adds to your power; but with my will, sir, you can do nothing.

Admiration and familiarity are strangers.

Life is a slate where all our sins are written; from time to time we rub the sponge of repentance over it so we can begin sinning again.

... what is there over which the incomparable beauty of childhood would not triumph?