The more the Jew is a Jew, the more universalist will his views and aspirations be, the less aloof will he be from anything that is noble and good, true and upright, in art or science, in culture or education; the more joyfully will he applaud whenever he sees truth and justice and peace and the ennoblement of man prevail and become dominant in human society.
Samson Raphael HirschHowever important it is that love shall precede marriage, it is far more important that it shall continue after marriage.
Samson Raphael HirschIf someone is too tired to give you a smile, leave one of your own, because no one needs a smile as much as those who have none to give.
Samson Raphael HirschThe more the Jew is a Jew, the more universalist will his views and aspirations be, the less aloof will he be from anything that is noble and good, true and upright, in art or science, in culture or education; the more joyfully will he applaud whenever he sees truth and justice and peace and the ennoblement of man prevail and become dominant in human society.
Samson Raphael Hirsch