One is unable to notice something because it is always before one's eyes.

Someone who knows too much finds it hard not to lie.

The Christian religion is only for one who needs infinite help, therefore only for one who feels an infinite need. The whole planet cannot be in greater anguish than a single soul. The Christian faith - as I view it - is the refuge in this ultimate anguish. To whom it is given in this anguish to open his heart, instead of contracting it, accepts the means of salvation in his heart.

It seems to me that, in every culture, I come across a chapter headed 'Wisdom.' And then I know exactly what is going to follow: 'Vanity of vanities, all is vanity.'

I give no sources, because it is indifferent to me whether what I have thought has already been thought before me by another.

Genius is what makes us forget the master's talent.

A philosopher who is not taking part in discussions is like a boxer who never goes into the ring.