Nothing is more unjust or capricious than public opinion.

The love of liberty is the love of others; the love of power is the love of ourselves.

A gentle word, a kind look, a good-natured smile can work wonders and accomplish miracles.

Grace has been defined as the outward expression of the inward harmony of the soul.

Do not keep on with a mockery of friendship after the substance is gone - but part, while you can part friends. Bury the carcass of friendship: it is not worth embalming.

There is no prejudice so strong as that which arises from a fancied exemption from all prejudice.

Those who are at war with others are not at peace with themselves.

The more we do, the more we can do; the more busy we are, the more leisure we have.

Fashion is gentility running away from vulgarity and afraid of being overtaken

I'm not smart, but I like to observe. Millions saw the apple fall, but Newton was the one who asked why.

We are very much what others think of us. The reception our observations meet with gives us courage to proceed, or damps our efforts.

We're not copying life, we're making a comment on it.

All is lost. Monks, monks, monks!

Climate change is real. The science is compelling. And the longer we wait, the harder the problem will be to solve.

See me when you look at me.

The candidates unleashing heated words about race, bigotry, and intolerance. Donald Trump chasing the minority vote and hurling a blistering accusation at his opponent.

Have I been wrong? Have I been wise to shut my eyes?

I do not believe in a personal connection to God; that's where it gets transcendental.

If only the picture could grow old, and I stay young. For that...for that, I would give my SOUL for that.

Faith is to believe what you do not see; the reward of this faith is to see what you believe.

I live in Brooklyn. By choice. Those ignorant of its allures are entitled to wonder why.