We can only save ourselves through elevating our individual consciousness, by realizing there is already completeness within, and exercising as much considerate independence, respect and fairness as is possible.

In stating these matters, I speak an open and disinterested language, dictated by no passion but that of humanity. To me, who have not only refused offers, because I thought them improper, but have declined rewards I might with reputation have accepted, it is no wonder that meanness and imposition appear disgustful. Independence is my happiness, and I view things as they are, without regard to place or person; my country is the world, and my religion is to do good.

Only a writer who has the sense of evil can make goodness readable.

There are different ways of evil and I prefer mine to yours.

Words of the hero: "I am my fate.

If [God] send me no husband, for the which blessing I am at him upon my knees every morning and evening ...