Attention is a silent and perpetual flattery.

I can understand the things that afflict mankind, but I often marvel at God those which console. An atom may wound, but God alone can heal.

Those who have suffered much are like those who know many languages; they have learned to understand and be understood by all.

There are two ways of attaining an important end, force and perseverance; the silent power of the latter grows irresistible with time.

We are always looking into the future, but we see only the past.

Old age is not one of the beauties of creation, but it is one of its harmonies.

The injustice of men subserves the justice of God, and often His mercy.