He who does not stretch himself according to the coverlet finds his feet uncovered.

A resolution that is communicated is no longer within thy power; thy attentions become now the plaything of chance; he who would have his commands certainly carried out must take man by surprise.

Who strives always to the utmost, him can we save.

No one would talk much in society if they knew how often they misunderstood others.

In every artist there is a touch of audacity without which no talent is conceivable.

The new vulcanism is really a daring attempt to connect the present, incomprehensible world to a past, unknown one.

All theory, dear friend, is gray, but the golden tree of life springs ever green.