If the whole world I once could see On free soil stand, with the people free Then to the moment might I say, Linger awhile. . .so fair thou art.

In politics people throw themselves, as on a sickbed, from one side to the other in the belief they will lie more comfortably.

What dazzles, for the moment spends its spirit; Whats genuine, shall posterity inherit.

Accepting good advice means nothing other than to strengthen one's own ability.

if only these treasures were not so fragile as they are precious and beautiful.

A purpose you impart is no longer your own.

With the growth of knowledge our ideas must from time to time be organized afresh. The change takes place usually in accordance with new maxims as they arise, but it always remains provisional.