We are born believing. A man bears beliefs as a tree bears apples.

There is a tendency for things to right themselves.

Nothing is quite beautiful alone; nothing but is beautiful in the whole. A single object is only so far beautiful as it suggests this universal grace.

The narrow sectarian cannot read astronomy with impunity. The creeds of his church shrivel like dried leaves at the door of the observatory.

A forte always makes a foible.

I dream of a better tomorrow, where chickens can cross the road and not be questioned about their motives.

Most of the great results of history are brought about by discreditable means.