Of course, afterward, I studied [commentary on the Bible by a Rabbi Moshe Dessauer] more closely. But, in truth, it doesn't touch me. It doesn't change my attitude toward the text.

As for the discipline, we [me and Frank Moore Cross] belong to two different disciplines. One involves research and archaeological materials. Mine is more interpretive. But it is the love for the text that is there, and that is what makes the whole adventure of reading and studying and sharing worthwhile.

For the good of all, I say: Be careful, the brutality of the world must not be more powerful or attractive than love and friendship.

'Indifference to evil is equal to evil' because it strengthens people.

Life is really fascinated only by death. It vibrates only when it comes in contact with death.

It's easier to be conformist naturally; it's easier except for those who don't like conformism.

Never shall I forget these things, even if I am condemned to life as long as God himself