Selected quotation

"To desire friendship is a great fault. Friendship should be a gratuitous joy like those afforded by art or life. We must refuse it so that we may be worthy to receive it; it is of the order of grace."

~ Simone Weil, "Love"



Various books with quotations, aphorisms and proverbs:

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

Great Quotes from Great Leaders

Doonesbury.com's The War in Quotes

101 French Proverbs

The Proverbs Driven Life: Timeless Wisdom for Your Words, Work, Wealth, and Relationships

Offerings: Buddhist Wisdom for Every Day (Offerings for Humanity)

Ancient Wisdom: The Book of Proverbs With Devotions for Today

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

Chinese Proverbs

The Book of Positive Quotations, 2nd Edition

Everyday Positive Thinking

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