Happy is the man who can do only one thing; in doing it, he fulfills his destiny.

There is graciousness and a kind of urbanity in beginning with men by esteem and confidence. It proves, at least, that we have long lived in good company with others and with our selves.

When you go in search of honey you must expect to be stung by bees.

We know God easily, if we do not constrain ourselves to define him.

We must respect the past, and mistrust the present, if we wish to provide for the safety of the future.

The soul paints itself in our machines.

Ask the young. They know everything.