The essential thing in life is not so much conquering as fighting well.

Olympism seeks to create a way of life based on the joy found in effort, the educational value of a good example and respect for universal fundamental ethical principles.

The Olympic Spirit is neither the property of one race nor of one age.

The important thing is that all stages from adolescent to mature man, work is done to spread the sporting spirit.

Olympism is a doctrine of the fraternity between the body and the soul.

Olympism is not a system - it is a state of mind. This state of mind has emerged from a double cult: that of effort and that of Eurythmy - a taste of excess and a taste of measure combined.

The most important thing in the Olympic Games is not winning but taking part; the essential thing in life is not conquering but fighting well.