The thing that must be preserved in all situations whatever is the reputation of one's character.

Only the refined and delicate pleasures that spring from research and education can build up barriers between different ranks.

The sense of this word among the Greeks affords the noblest definition of it; enthusiasm signifies 'God in us.'

[The Germans] so easily confuse obstinacy with energy, and rudeness with firmness.

Of all human sentiments, enthusiasm creates the most happiness; it is the only sentiment in fact which gives real happiness, the only sentiment which can help us to bear our human destiny in any situation in which we may find ourselves.

Mystery such as is given of God is beyond the power of human penetration, yet not in opposition to it.

We understand death for the first time when he puts his hand upon one whom we love