The understanding of some men is clear, that of others brilliant. The former illumines its surroundings; the latter obscures them.
Morals refine manners, as manners refine morals.
When art find no temple open, it takes refuge in the workshop.
Kindness which is not inexhaustible does not deserve the name.
Age either transfigures or petrifies.
If there is a believe that is capable to move mountains it is the believe in our own strength.