The excellence of the soul is understanding; for the man who understands is conscious, devoted, and already godlike.

Nothing could replace the feeling of total devotion from another person.

I will die kissing your mad cold mouth,embracing the lost bouquet of your body,and searching for the light of your closed eyes

It is not only me devoted to your kindness and beauty; walk in the gardens, you will find birds singing your name.

Love will commit, or love will commit suicide.

God wants to be seen on earth through His devoted servants

God wants to be seen on earth through His devoted servants.

You will never be lost to me, Selinne.

It was evenings like that when beneath dim light and relaxing in a sultry bath that she missed him the most. A flicker of candlelight, wind breathing snow against the window and the soothing scent of creme caramel – all were a comfort to her as she closed her eyes, summoned memories and many a tender thought. She didn't feel deserving of the devotion bestowed upon her, but she had finally learned to accept its wondrous gift, knowing that love was the source of existence and its only end.

There's never going to be someone else," he says, shaking his head. "You've wrecked me. I wouldn't be any good to anybody now—except for you.