Most imitators attempt the inimitable.

The insignificant labor, the great create.

The understanding of some men is clear, that of others brilliant. The former illumines its surroundings; the latter obscures them.

Hatred is a prolific vice; envy, a barren vice.

We are so vain that we even care for the opinion of those we don't care for.

In meeting again after a separation, acquaintances ask after our outward life, friends after our inner life.

If there is a believe that is capable to move mountains it is the believe in our own strength.