It is unpleasant to miss even the most trifling thing to which we have been accustomed.

He who possesses science and art, Possesses religion as well; He who possesses neither of these, Had better have religion.

This is the highest wisdom that I own; freedom and life are earned by those alone who conquer them each day anew.

While man's desires and aspirations stir he cannot choose but err.

The dangers of life are infinite, and among them is safety.

Human life runs its course in the metamorphosis between receiving and giving.

One alone does not help, but rather he who unites with many at the right moment.