There are also half bricks. As the bricks are always laid so as to break joints, this lends strength and a not unattractive appearance to both sides of such walls.

Architecture depends on Order, Arrangement, Eurythmy, Symmetry , Propriety , and Economy.

The architect must not only understand drawing, but music.

If our designs for private houses are to be correct, we must at the outset take note of the countries and climates in which they are built.

A harmonious design requires that nothing be added or taken away.

It is no secret that the moon has no light of her own, but is, as it were, a mirror, receiving brightness from the influence of the sun.

Consistency is found in that work whose whole and detail are suitable to the occasion. It arises from circumstance, custom, and nature.

Bricks should be made in Spring or Autumn so that they may dry uniformly.

For we must not build temples according to the same rules to all gods alike, since the performance of the sacred rites varies with the various gods.

All machinery is derived from nature, and is founded on the teaching and instruction of the revolution of the firmament.

Altars should face the east, and should always be placed on a lower level than are the statues in the temples, so that those who are praying and sacrificing may look upwards towards the divinity.

I am perfectly qualified to give you an injection. You're not going to tell me you're afraid of a little prick?""I wouldn't call you that...

I hope I take up the cause of all oppressed people rather warmly.

Every good act is charity. A man's true wealth hereafter is the good that he does in this world to his fellows.

Luther was guilty of two great crimes - he struck the Pope in his crown, and the monks in their belly.

Pixie, kobold, elf, and sprite, All are on their rounds tonight; In the wan moon's silver ray, Thrives their helter-skelter play.

Perhaps in the long view, de Gaulle was more responsible with his troublesome interventions into our domestic politics, for unifying our country than we will ever give him credit for.

For fifty years now, we have tried big government. Yet too many people remain trapped in despair. Now, we must try a new way.

Reformation, like education, is a journey, not a destination

I'm not a misogynist, so you can dispense with that. I think I've done wonders for the feminist movement.

Before dying, my last wish will be to see MS Dhoni's World Cup Winning Six.