To love for the sake of being loved is human, but to love for the sake of loving is angelic.

Limited in his nature, infinite in his desire, man is a fallen god who remembers heaven.

The more I see of the representatives of the people, the more I admire my dogs.

Grief knits two hearts in closer bonds than happiness ever can and common sufferings are far stronger links than common joys.

If one had but a single glance to give the world, one should gaze on Istanbul.