A seashell should be the crest of England, not only because it represents a power built on the waves, but also the hard finish ofthe men. The Englishman is finished like a cowry or a murex.

We denote this primary wisdom as Intuition, whilst all later teachings are tuitions.

The whole of what we know is a system of compensation. Every defect in one manner is made up in another. Every suffering is rewarded; every sacrifice is made up; every debt is paid.

Curiosity is lying in wait for every secret.

Let us advance on Chaos and the Dark

Works of the intellect are great only by comparison with each other.

You cannot kindle a fire in any other heart until it is burning in your own.