A certain degree of solitude seems necessary to the full growth and spread of the highest mind; and therefore must a very extensive intercourse with men stifle many a holy germ, and scare away the gods, who shun the restless tumult of noisy companies and the discussion of petty interests.

We are near waking when we dream we are dreaming.

We never completely comprehend ourselves, but we can do far more than comprehend.

Christianity is the root of all democracy, the highest fact in the rights of men.

One should, when overwhelmed by the shadow of a giant, move aside and see if the colossal shadow isn't merely that of a pygmy blocking out the sun.

What delights, what pleasures does your life offer you that outweigh the raptures of death?

Where are we really going? Always home.