Love . . . the essence of God.

He who is not everyday conquering some fear has not learned the secret of life.

Good writing is a kind of skating which carries off the performer where he would not go.

Hospitality consists in a little fire, a little food, and an immense quiet.

How we hate this solemn EGO that accompanies the learned, like a double, wherever he goes.

Every word was once a poem.

Fame is proof that the people are gullible.

Every calamity is a spur and valuable hint.

Every great and commanding moment in the annals of the world is the triumph of some enthusiasm.

Be yourself, that’s all there is of you.

Every natural fact is a symbol of some spiritual fact.

For beauty, truth, and goodness are not obsolete; they spring eternal in the breast of man.

Five great enemies of peace inhabit us: avarice, ambition, envy, anger and pride.

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