The whole of creation, with all of its laws, is a revelation of God.

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

"This is old, therefore it is good"; the other says, "This is new, therefore it is better."

Literature flourishes best when it is half a trade and half an art.

The great discovery of the nineteenth century, that we are of one blood with the lower animals, has created new ethical obligations which have not yet penetrated the public conscience. The clerical profession has been lamentably remiss in preaching this obvious duty.

There are no rewards or punishments - only consequences.

A man is never so truly and intensely himself as when he is most possessed by God. It is impossible to say where, in the spiritual life, the human will leaves off and divine grace begins.