To be independent of public opinion is the first formal condition of achieving anything great or rational whether in life or in science. Great achievement is assured, however, of subsequent recognition and grateful acceptance by public opinion, which in due course will make it one of its own prejudices

The essence of the modern state is the union of the universal with the full freedom of the particular, and with the welfare of individuals.

The science of religion is one science within philosophy; indeed it is the final one. In that respect it presupposes the other philosophical disciplines and is…

Die Eule der Minerva beginnt erst mit der einbrechenden Dammerung ihren Flug.