Thought can never be compared with action, but when it awakens in us the image of truth.
Society develops wit, but its contemplation alone forms genius.
there is not enough interest in life to spread over twenty-four hours when one can't sleep.
The pursuit of politics is religion, morality, and poetry all in one.
Between God and love, I recognize no mediator but my conscience.
We understand death only after it has placed its hands on someone we love.