"Once the realization is accepted that even between the closest human beings infinite distances continue, a wonderful living side by side can grow, if they succeed in loving the distance between them which makes it possible for each to see the other whole against the sky."
"The purpose of life is to be defeated by greater and greater things."
"No great art has ever been made without the artist having known danger."
"Love consists in this, that two solitudes protect and touch and greet each other."
"There are no classes in life for beginners: right away you are always asked to deal with what is most difficult."
"This is the miracle that happens every time to those who really love: the more they give, the more they possess."