In any evolutionary process, even in the arts, the search for novelty becomes corrupting.

Equilibrium is a figment of the human imagination.

One reason why the progressive state is 'cheerful' is that social conflict is diminished by it.

The only religion that still demands human sacrifice is nationalism.

The proposition that the meek (that is the adaptable and serviceable), inherit the earth is not merely a wishful sentiment of religion, but an iron law of evolution.

Are we to regard the world of nature simply as a storehouse to be robbed for the immediate benefit of man? ... Does man have any responsibility for the preservation of a decent balance in nature, for the preservation of rare species, or even for the indefinite continuance of his race?

The future is bound to surprise us, but we don't have to be dumbfounded.