Inspiration: A peculiar effect of divine flatulence emitted by the Holy Spirit which hisses into the ears of a few chosen of God.
A small number of choice books are sufficient.
Let us read, and let us dance — these two amusements will never do any harm to the world.
Such then is the human condition, that to wish greatness for one's country is to wish harm to one's neighbors.
Life is a shipwreck, but we must not forget to sing in the lifeboats.
When truth is evident, it is impossible for parties and factions to rise. There never has been a dispute as to whether there is daylight at noon.