In matters of trust and justice there can be no distinction between big problems and small, for the general principles which determine the conduct of men are indivisible. Whoever is careless with the truth in small matters cannot be trusted in important affairs.

The ideals which have always shone before me and filled me with the joy of living are goodness, beauty, and truth.

It is the duty of every citizen according to his best capacities to give validity to his convictions in political affairs.

I think and think for months and years. Ninety-nine times, the conclusion is false. The hundredth time I am right.

The most fundamental question we can ever ask ourselves is whether or not the universe we live in is friendly or hostile.

Do you believe in miracles? Well, you should. In fact, life itself is a big miracle. There are so many things that are beyond our understanding. There are two ways to live: you can live as if nothing is a miracle; you can live as if everything is a miracle.

All my life I have dealt with objective matters; hence I lack both the natural aptitude and the experience to deal properly with people and to carry out official functions.