... is there anything more unjust than to build gold and brass and iron on poor, well-meaning clay, -- and then blame the clay when the whole image falls into dust?

faith, it seems to me, is not the holding of certain dogmas; it is simply openness and readiness of heart to believe any truth which God may show.

there are few things that are more endearing than the grace of listening with attention; indeed, it is more than endearing, it is impressive - for no one knows what wisdom lies concealed in silence!

there couldn't be war, unless lies were believed. War has to be nourished by lies.

We've all of us got to meet the devil alone. Temptation is a lonely business.

Nobody who is somebody looks down on anybody.

Books are like sapphires; they must be polished - polished! or else you insult your readers.