Selected quotation

"God creates out of nothing. [...] but he does what is still more wonderful: he makes saints out of sinners."

~ Soren Aabye Kierkegaard, "The Journals of Soren Kierkegaard: A Selection"



Various books with quotations, aphorisms and proverbs:

Bartlett's Familiar Quotations: A Collection of Passages, Phrases, and Proverbs Traced to Their Sources in Ancient and Modern Literature (17th Edition)

Oxymoronica: Paradoxical Wit & Wisdom From History's Greatest Wordsmiths

The Yale Book of Quotations

Great Quotes from Great Leaders

Ancient Wisdom: The Book of Proverbs With Devotions for Today

The Ultimate Guide to the Perfect Word: Quotes - Titles - Poetry - Tips - Words

A Continual Feast: Words of Comfort and Celebration, Collected by Father Tim

Positive Thinking Every Day: An Inspiration for Each Day of the Year

Everyday Positive Thinking

The Wise and Witty Quote Book: More than 2000 Quotes to Enlighten, Encourage, and Enjoy

8,789 Words of Wisdom

Best Quotations for All Occasions