There is never a beginning, there is never an end, to the inexplicable continuity of this web of God, but always circular power returning into itself.

Every man finds a sanction for his simplest claims and deeds, in decisions of his own mind, which he calls Truth and Holiness.

Rhodora! If the sages ask thee why This charm is wasted on the earth and sky, Tell them, dear, that if eyes were made for seeing, Then Beauty is its own excuse for being.

When the spirit is not master of the world, then it is its dupe.

Good breeding, a union of kindness and independence.

In the morning a man walks with his whole body; in the evening, only with his legs.

Tart, cathartic virtue.