Men's prejudices rest upon their character for the time being and cannot be overcome, as being part and parcel of themselves. Neither evidence nor common sense nor reason has the slightest influence upon them.

We are surrounded by abysses, but the greatest of all depths is in our own heart, and an irresistible leaning leads us there. Draw thyself from thyself!

Mannerism always wants to be finished and doesn't enjoy the process. Genuine, truly great talent, however, finds its greatest satisfaction in the production.

The mortal race is far too weak not to grow dizzy on unwonted brights.

Whatever you can do or dream, begin it.

Words express neither objects nor ourselves.

How many kings are governed by their ministers, how many ministers by their secretaries? Who, in such cases, is really the chief?