The more specific idea of Evolution now reached is - a change from an indefinite, incoherent homogeneity to a definite, coherent heterogeneity, accompanying the dissipation of motion and integration of matter.

Reading is seeing by proxy.

Absolute morality is the regulation of conduct in such a way that pain shall not be inflicted.

There is a story of some mountains of salt in Cumana, which never diminished, though carried away in much abundance by merchants; but when once they were monopolized to the benefit of a private purse, then the salt decreased; till afterward all were allowed to take of it, when it had a new access and increase. The truth of this story may be uncertain, but the application is true; he that envies others the use of his gifts decays then, but he thrives most that is most diffusive.

Education is preparation to live completely.

The greatest of all infidelities is the fear that the truth will be bad.

The "Creed of Christendom" is alien to my nature, both emotional and intellectual.