"It may be that religion is dead, and if it is, we had better know it and set ourselves to try to discover other sources of moral strength before it is too late."

"In a mood of faith and hope my work goes on. A ream of fresh paper lies on my desk waiting for the next book. I am a writer and I take up my pen to write."

"Life without idealism is empty indeed. We just hope or starve to death."

"None who have always been free can understand the terrible fascinating power of the hope of freedom to those who are not free."

"Seize the day, put no trust in the morrow."

"Fortitude is the quiet voice at eventide saying: I will try once more tomorrow. This remains the cornerstone of personal mastery."

"To conquer fear is to realize that the canvas of tomorrow is painted with the actions of today."

"The pursuit of excellence requires knowing that the canvas of tomorrow is painted with the actions of today."