He who overcomes himself is divine. Most see their ruin before their eyes; but they go on into it.

Most humans recognize their ruin, but they carry on regardless.

Calvin was virtually the founder of America.

It is striking how history, when resting on the memory of men, always touches the bounds of mythology.

All ages are equidistant from eternity, and just as immediately accessible to God's presence.

He who overcomes himself is divine. Most see their ruin before their eyes; but they go on into it.

History is no criminal court