There is a woman at the beginning of all great things.

Experience is the only prophecy of wise men.

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.

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

Experience is the only prophecy of wise men.

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