A reform is a correction of abuses; a revolution is a transfer of power.

Power is so characteristically calm, that calmness in itself has the aspect of strength.

Music, once admitted to the soul, becomes a sort of spirit, and never dies.

A reform is a correction of abuses; a revolution is a transfer of power.

A fool flatters himself, a wise man flatters the fool.

Patience is the courage of the conqueror, the strength of man against destiny