During the act of knowledge itself, the objective and subjective are so instantly united, that we cannot determine to which of the two the priority belongs.

Exclusively of the abstract sciences, the largest and worthiest portion of our knowledge consists of aphorisms: and the greatest and best of men is but an aphorism.

Common sense in an uncommon degree is what the world calls wisdom.

There is one art of which people should be masters - the art of reflection.

Humor is consistent with pathos, whilst wit is not.

A great mind must be androgynous.

In Xanadu did Kubla Khan A stately pleasure-dome decree: Where Alph, the sacred river, ran Through caverns measureless to man Down to a sunless sea.

That gracious thing, made up of tears and light.

The love of a mother is the veil of a softer light between the heart and the heavenly Father.

Religion is the most gentlemanly thing in the world. It alone will gentilize, if unmixed with cant.

Poor little Foal of an oppressed race! I love the languid patience of thy face.

Stella turned to us. "One of us is going to have to swim it. Any volunteers?"Jamie shook his head. "Not it. Sharks, first of all, and second of all, sharks"- The Retribution of Mara Dyer

Being of service to others is what brings true happiness.

Stiffening the spine of progressive members of Congress is crucial.

It is deeply moving, powerful, and disturbing. A film that must be seen.

There were male colleges, and there were very few female colleges.

Whenever I reference something, it usually comes back at some point. I don't know why.

The right-wing just loves making a big entrance.

What has Athens to do with Jerusalem.

The people of Zimbabwe have a responsibility to ensure that the government that they elected behaves properly.

Hold on to your vision and make it your reality.