Some like to understand what they believe in. Others like to believe in what they understand.

I believe, indeed, that it is more laudable to suffer great misfortunes than to do great things.

I know no real worth but that tranquil firmness which seeks dangers by duty, and braves them without rashness.

Some like to understand what they believe in. Others like to believe in what they understand.

Gaiety is the soul's health; sadness is its poison.

Genius speaks only to genius.

The strong desire for success is the best indication that you can achieve success.