Bertrand Russel

Philosophy is no longer the pillar of fire going before a few intrepid seekers after truth. It is rather an ambulance following in the wake of the struggle for existence and picking up the weak and wounded.

Milton's Satan

The mind is its own place, and in itself can make a heaven of hell, a hell of heaven.

Diapsalmata

A fire broke out backstage in a theatre. The clown came out to warn the public; the acclaim was even greater. I think that's just how the world will come to an end: to general applause from wits who believe it's a joke.