Man errs, till he has ceased to strive.

When ideas fail, words come in very handy.

In the end we retain from our studies only that which we practically apply.

Alas, that we should be so unwilling to listen to the still and holy yearnings of the heart! A god whispers quite softly in our breast, softly yet audibly; telling us what we ought to seek and what to shun.

The misfortune in the state is, that nobody can enjoy life in peace, but that everybody must govern; and in art, that nobody will enjoy what has been produced, but that every one wants to reproduce on his own account.

Giving is the business of the rich.

Look closely at those who patronize you. Half are unfeeling, half untaught.