Man is a clever animal who behaves like an imbecile.

The the question whether I am a pessimist or an optimist, I answer that my knowledge is pessimistic, but my willing and hope are optimistic.

Do something good and someone might imitate it.

The three most important ways to lead people are:... by example... by example... by example.

Today . . . we know that all living beings who strive to maintain life and who long to be spared pain - all living beings on earth - are our neighbors.

By ethical conduct toward all creatures, we enter into a spiritual relationship with the universe.

The future of civilization depends on our overcoming the meaninglessness and hopelessness which characterize the thoughts and convictions of men today, and reaching a state of fresh hope and fresh determination.