Universal love is a glove without fingers, which fits all bands alike and none closely; but true affection is like a glove with fingers, which fits one hand only, and sits close to that one.

Individuality is to be preserved and respected everywhere, as the root of everything good.

The heart needs not for its heaven much space, nor many stars therein, if only the star of love has arisen.

A scholar knows no boredom.

Passion makes the best observations and the sorriest conclusions.

Never part without loving words to think of during your absence. It may be that you will not meet again in this life.

You prove your worth with your actions, not with your mouth.