The right use of leisure is no doubt a harder problem than the right use of our working hours. The soul is dyed the color of its leisure thoughts.

Theater is, of course, a reflection of life. Maybe we have to improve life before we can hope to improve theater.

Hatred toward any human being cannot exist in the same heart as love to God.

Public opinion, a vulgar, impertinent, anonymous tyrant who deliberately makes life unpleasant for anyone who is not content to the average person.

In imperialism nothing fails like success. If the conqueror oppresses his subjects, they will become fanatical patriots, and sooner or later have their revenge; if he treats them well, and governs them for their good, they will multiply faster than their rulers, till they claim their independence.

Religion is caught, not taught.

There is no limit to the noble aspirations which the words "my country" may evoke.