Words are mere sound and smoke, dimming the heavenly light.

Every author in some way portrays himself in his works, even if it be against his will.

Humor is one of the elements of genius--admirable as an adjunct; but as soon as it becomes dominant, only a surrogate for genius.

Great passions are incurable diseases.

Legislators and revolutionaries who promise both equality and liberty are visionaries and charlatans.

Since Time is not a person we can overtake when he is gone, let us honor him with mirth and cheerfulness of heart while he is passing.

To understand one thing well is better than understanding many things by halves.