The realities of the world seldom measure up to the sublime designs of human imagination.

The right to justice is something that no one can bestow, nor take away, for it is in one's heart.

The secret to discovery is to never believe existing facts.

The talent of a true writer and poet is in the ear.

The test of a belief is not exclusively in the belief itself, but also in the intentions and actions of those who embrace it.

The ability to forgive is one of man's greatest achievements.

It is better to lose everything you have to keep the balance of justice level, than to live a life of petty privilege devoid of true freedom.

Having a sense of purpose is having a sense of self. A course to plot is a destination to hope for.

He who is silent must be agreed with, for what shall the wings of opposition thresh upon, without the winds of conversation to shoulder them.

Human intelligence may not be the best trick nature has to offer.

I have never read for entertainment, but rather for understanding and to satisfy my eager curiosity.

If we fear the unknown then surely we fear ourselves.

In all known time there has never been a greater monster or miracle than the human being.

One of the most sincere forms of respect is actually listening to what another has to say.

In the company of the accomplished, people hope it will rub off on themselves, in the company of the misfortunate, they fear it!