The argument advanced by the supporters of the theory of hereditary transmission does not furnish a satisfactory explanation of the cause of the inequalities and diversities of the universe.

Where there is purpose, there is happiness as well.

The Hindus have worshipped from ancient times the baby Krishna in the arms of Virgin Devaki just as the Roman catholics [sic] worship Madona [sic] with baby Christ.

Whenever there's something wrong with your writing, suspect that there's something wrong with your thinking.

Where do you go when you die twice-lest a thousand deaths?

First our pleasures die - and then Our hopes and then our fears - and when These are dead the debt is due Dust claims dust - and we die too.

What could be more beautiful than a dear old lady growing wise with age? Every age can be enchanting, provided you live within it.

Every time I hit the ball on the wall I uses to pretend I was there (Wimbledon). When I went to sleep I used to pretend I was there.

Any feeling that I was enriching my mind from those surrounding me was unfortunately rare with me.

Look into any man's heart you please, and you will always find, in every one, at least one black spot which he has to keep concealed.

Falsehood is the jockey of misfortune.

That is one consolation when you are poor—there are so many more things you can imagine about.

Giving a camera to Diane Arbus is like putting a live grenade in the hands of a child.