In the past we have tried to make a distinction between animals which we acknowledge have some value and other which, having none, can be liquidated when we wish. This standard must be abandoned. Everything that lives has value simply as a living thing, as one of the manifestations of the mystery that is life.

Constant Kindness can accomplish much.

Serious illness doesn't bother me for long because I am too inhospitable a host.

We cannot abdicate our conscience to an organization, nor to a government. 'Am I my brother's keeper?' Most certainly I am! I cannot escape my responsibility by saying the State will do all that is necessary. It is a tragedy that nowadays so many think and feel otherwise.

The result of the voyage does not depend on the speed of the ship, but on whether or not it keeps a true course.

Success is not the key to happiness. Happiness is the key to success. If you love what you are doing, you will be successful.

An idea is, in the end, always stronger than circumstances.