Art is not a pastime but a priesthood.

Man seeks to escape himself in myth, and does so by any means at his disposal. Drugs, alcohol, or lies. Unable to withdraw into himself, he disguises himself. Lies and inaccuracy give him a few moments of comfort.

I am burning myself up and will always do so.

Everyone's pet is the most outstanding. This begets mutual blindness.

When a work appears to be ahead of its time, it is only the time that is behind the work.

The actual tragedies of life bear no relation to one's preconceived ideas. In the event, one is always bewildered by their simplicity, their grandeur of design, and by that element of the bizarre which seems inherent in them.

One is either judge or accused. The judge sits, the accused stands. Live on your feet.