When translating one must proceed up to the intranslatable; only then one becomes aware of the foreign nation and the foreign tongue.

If you want to reach the infinite, then explore every aspect of the finite.

A stated truth loses its grace, but a repeated error appears insipid and ridiculous.

No two men see the world exactly alike, and different temperaments will apply in different ways a principle that they both acknowledge.

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

Man believes himself always greater than he is, and is esteemed less than he is worth.

Confronted by outstanding merit, there is no way of saving one's ego except by love