Affirmation of life is the spiritual act by which man ceases to live unreflectively and begins to devote himself to his life with reverence in order to raise it to its true value. To affirm life is to deepen, to make more inward, and to exalt the will.

A man who possesses a veneration of life will not simply say his prayers. He will throw himself into the battle to preserve life, if for no other reason than that he himself is an extension of life around him.

Do not lose heart, even if you must wait a bit before finding the right thing. Be prepared for disappointment also, but do not abandon the quest.

The only thing of importance, when we depart, will be the traces of love we have left behind.

By respect for life we become religious in a way that is elementary, profound and alive.

You don't live in a world all alone. Your brothers are here too.

If the extension of your compassion does not include all living beings, then you will be unable to find peace by yourself.