Limited in his nature, infinite in his desire, man is a fallen god who remembers heaven. nature
The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs. politics
There is a woman at the begining of all great things. greatness & love
Experience is the only prophecy of wise men. experience
Providence conceals itself in the details of human affairs, but becomes unveiled in the generalities of history. history
If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul. travel
To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love for the sake of loving is angelic. love
Grief knits two hearts in closer bonds than happiness ever can and common sufferings are far stronger links than common joys. happiness & sympathy