If we begin with certainties, we shall end in doubts; but if we begin with doubts, and are patient in read more

If we begin with certainties, we shall end in doubts; but if we begin with doubts, and are patient in them, we shall end in certainties.

When one admits that nothing is certain one must, I think, also add that some things are more nearly certain read more

When one admits that nothing is certain one must, I think, also add that some things are more nearly certain than others

In a universe of ambiguity, this kind of certainty comes only once, no matter how many lifetimes you live.

In a universe of ambiguity, this kind of certainty comes only once, no matter how many lifetimes you live.

Even a stopped clock is right twice a day.

Even a stopped clock is right twice a day.

Facts are God's arguments; we should be careful never to misunderstand or pervert them.

Facts are God's arguments; we should be careful never to misunderstand or pervert them.

Convictions are more dangerous foes of truth than lies.

Convictions are more dangerous foes of truth than lies.

Isn't it the moment of most profound doubt that gives birth to new certainties? Perhaps hopelessness is the very soil read more

Isn't it the moment of most profound doubt that gives birth to new certainties? Perhaps hopelessness is the very soil that nourishes human hope; perhaps one could never find sense in life without first experiencing its absurdity...

The rule of accuracy: When working toward the solution of a problem it always helps if you know the answer.

The rule of accuracy: When working toward the solution of a problem it always helps if you know the answer.

In all pointed sentences some degree of accuracy must be sacrificed to conciseness.

In all pointed sentences some degree of accuracy must be sacrificed to conciseness.