Considered subjectively, philosophy always begins in the middle, like an epic poem.

Irony is a clear consciousness of an eternal agility, of the infinitely abundant chaos.

Versatility of education can be found in our best poetry, but the depth of mankind should be found in the philosopher.

Aphorisms are the true form of the universal philosophy.

Nothing truly convincing - which would possess thoroughness, vigor, and skill - has been written against the ancients as yet; especially not against their poetry.

Strictly speaking, the idea of a scientific poem is probably as nonsensical as that of a poetic science.

Novels are the Socratic dialogues of our time. Practical wisdom fled from school wisdom into this liberal form.

Wit as an instrument of revenge is as infamous as art is as a means of sensual titillation.

The main thing is to know something and to say it.

When reason and unreason come into contact, an electrical shock occurs. This is called polemics.

A priest is he who lives solely in the realm of the invisible, for whom all that is visible has only the truth of an allegory.

Where God's grace takes you, grace will increase your capability and your capacity. Grace will empower you.

Roses are red, Violettes are bllue, Valentines day is consumerous crap, now don't you have ironing to do"Unlikely thing to read in a valentines day card

Integrity is so perishable in the summer months of success.

I like the word "indolence." It makes my laziness seem classy.

Since the death of my father four years ago, our lives have become difficult, and I must help my family.

Sometimes you have to experience the bad, so that you can learn to appreciate the good things that enter your life.

I doubt that I am the first member of Congress to tell off a reporter, and I am sure I won't be the last.

When I was young I wanted to be a gymnast. I used to compete at it, but then I grew too tall.

If you paint from 35mm Kodachrome, you end up with a 4x5 foot Kodachrome!

When you don’t become fixated on winning the prize or appearing successful, and instead pursue your passions, then you will discover the fulfillment that comes from living by instinct.