"I early conceived a liking for, and sought every opportunity to relieve the sufferings of others."

“When I was in the batter's box, I felt sorry for the pitcher.”

“My art, what do you want to say about it? Do you think you can explain the merits of a picture to those who do not see them? . . . I can find the best and clearest words to explain my meaning, and I have spoken to the most intelligent people about art, and they have not understood; but among people who understand, words are not necessary, you say humph, he, ha and everything has been said.”

“I could lie and pretend that I hunt and camp, but that wouldn't be me. Clothes? Shopping? That's stuff I like!”

“The God Delusion makes me embarrassed to be an atheist, and the McGraths show why.”

“To get paid to play a game I love was enough for me, no matter what the rules were.”

Source : Source: alanpaul.net

“I am aware that many object to the severity of my language; but is there not cause for severity? I will be as harsh as truth, and as uncompromising as justice. On this subject, I do not wish to think, or to speak, or write, with moderation. ... I am in earnest - I will not equivocate - I will not excuse - I will not retreat a single inch - AND I WILL BE HEARD.”

Source : William Lloyd Garrison (1852). “Selections from the writings and speeches of William Lloyd Garrison: With an appendix ...”, p.63

“What is either a picture or a novel that is not character?”

“The modern man is necessarily a seeker of God, maybe a Man of Christ.”