By two wings a man is lifted up from things earthly: by simplicity and purity. — Thomas a Kempis Copy Share Image
Purity and simplicity are the two wings with which man soars above the earth and all temporary nature. — Anonymous Copy Share Image
What use would wings be to a man bound in iron fetters? They would only drive him to even greater despair. — Adelbert von Chamisso Copy Share Image
Of what use were wings to a man fast bound in chains of iron? — Adelbert von Chamisso Copy Share Image
