For the canons of good society are, or should be, the same as the canons of art. Form is absolutely essential to it.

Genius lasts longer than Beauty. That accounts for the fact that we all take such pains to over-educate ourselves.

A work of art is the unique result of a unique temperament.

The best revenge is to live well.

I am quite incapable of understanding how any work of art can be criticized from a moral standpoint. The sphere of art and the sphere of ethics are absolutely distinct and separate.

But whether I become a believer or remain an agnostic, my belief or disbelief must derive its source from within, not from without. I, myself, must create its symbols. The transcendental is that which produces its own form. I will never discover its secret if I do not find it in my own heart; if I do not possess it already I shall never be able to acquire it.

The Number our envious Persons, confirmation our capability.