“Say not you know another entirely, till you have divided an inheritance with him.”

“Make this poor self grow less and less, Be Thou my life and aim ; Oh, make me daily, through Thy grace, More worthy of Thy name.”

“About Fuseli: "...the most original genius I know. Nothing but energy, profusion and calm! The wildness of the warriorand the feeling of supreme sublimity!His spirits are storm wind, his ministers ...”

“The jealous are possessed by a mad devil and a dull spirit at the same time.”

“Who makes quick use of the moment is a genius of prudence.”

“Trust him not with your secrets, who, when left alone in your room, turns over your papers.”