Quote #3756
Mathematics transfigures the fortuitous concourse of atoms into the tracery of the finger of...
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For in and out, above, about, below, ‘Tis nothing but a Magic Shadow-show, Play’d...
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Blessed are the weak who think that they are good because they have no...
Quote #2504
What luck for rulers that men do not think.
Quote #11865
While I know that the beautiful, the spiritual, and the sublime are today suspect,...
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Politicians are interested in people. Not that it is always a virtue. Fleas are...
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I would rather be able to appreciate things I can not have than to...
Quote #34088
Do give books – religious or otherwise – for Christmas. They’re never fattening, seldom...
Quote #7040
Safeguard the health both of body and soul.
Quote #12461
Do not be desirous of having things done quickly. Do not look at small...