"We will not attempt any alliances with kings. We will not delude ourselves that we can remain free by relying on inte…"

"One sole God; One sole ruler, — his Law; One sole interpreter of that law — Humanity."

"Art is no isolated, unconnected, or inexplicable phenomenon. It draws its life from the life of the universe, and wit…"

"Inexorable as to principles, tolerant and impartial as to persons."

"Nature is for art the garb of the Eternal. The real is the finite expression and representation of the true ; forms a…"

"Art is not the fancy or caprice of an individual. It is the mighty voice of God and the universe, as heard by the cho…"

"The epoch of individuality is concluded, and it is the duty of reformers to initiate the epoch of association. Collec…"

"Ideas grow quickly when watered with the blood of martyrs."

"The mother's first kiss teaches the child love; the first holy kiss of the woman he loves teaches man hope and faith …"

"Every mission constitutes a pledge of duty. Every man is bound to consecrate his every faculty to its fulfilment. He …"