These tasks, and therefore the meaning of life, differ from man to man, and from moment to moment. Thus it is impossible to define the meaning in life in a general way.

Thus, human existence-at least as long as it has not been neurotically distorted-is always directed to something, or someone, other than itself, be it a meaning to fulfill or another human being to encounter lovingly.

Ultimately, we are not subject to the conditions that confront us; rather, these conditions are subject to our decision ... we must decide whether we will face up or give in, whether or not we will let ourselves be determined by the conditions.

No one can become fully aware of the very essence of another human being unless he loves him.

There are only two races, the decent and the indecent.

Love goes very far beyond the physical person of the beloved.

Ultimately, man should not ask what the meaning of his life is, but rather he must recognize that it is he who is asked.