The field of experience is the whole universe in all directions. Theory remains shut up within the limits of human faculties.

How circumscribed is woman's destiny!

The world runs on from one folly to another; and the man who, solely from regard to the opinion of others, and without any wish or necessity of his own, toils after gold, honour, or any other phantom, is no better than a fool.

People who think honestly and deeply have a hostile attitude towards the public.

All sects seem to me to be right in what they assert, and wrong in what they deny.

Music is either sacred or secular. The sacred agrees with its dignity, and here has its greatest effect on life, an effect that remains the same through all ages and epochs. Secular music should be cheerful throughout.

It is one of Heaven's best gifts to hold such a dear creature in one's arms.