If no divine law is recognized above the law of the State, then the law of man has become absolute in men's eyes--there is then no logical barrier to totalitarianism.

If there were a nation of Gods, it would govern itself democratically. A government so perfect is not suited to men.

The kiss wove between gentle and frenzied, liquid and greedy, silken and primal, and he sucked every second of bliss he could from the forbidden pleasure.

The Holy Spirit is the most influential mentor in your life. He is always willing to teach and guide you in all Truth.

You can only protect your liberties in this world by protecting the other man's freedom.

Let them at all times concern themselves with doing a kindly thing for one of their fellows, offering to someone love, consideration, thoughtful help.

Never assume someone is smarter than you.

The Following and Hannibal are really well made, but the tone is very consistently dark.

Happiness is not determined by what's happening around you, but rather what's happening inside you. Most people depend on others to gain happiness, but the truth is, it always comes from within.

"Only the pots know the boiling points of the broths," she says as Tita weeps into the wedding batter she is making to celebrate the marriage of her sister to her own true love.

Judgment and weariness are foes to service and generosity.