He who possesses science and art, Possesses religion as well; He who possesses neither of these, Had better have religion.

Passions are vices or virtues to their highest powers.

Humans fear reason, but they ought to fear stupidity- for reason can be hard, but stupidity can be fatal.

When young, one is confident to be able to build palaces for mankind, but when the time comes one has one's hands full just to be able to remove their trash.

Don't say that you want to give, but go ahead and give! You'll never catch up with a mere hope.

Art rests on a kind of religious sense, on a deep, steadfast earnestness; and on this account it unites so readily with religion.

Take care of your body with steadfast fidelity.