We do not want actions, but men; not a chemical drop of water, but rain; the spirit that sheds and showers actions, countless, endless actions.

Astronomy taught us our insignificance in Nature.

It is very hard to be simple enough to be good.

Language is the archives of history.

Rings and other jewels are not gifts, but apologies for gifts. The only gift is a portion of thyself.

Every thing admonishes us how needlessly long life is.

I have heard that whoever loves is in no condition old.