The essence of being human is that one does not seek perfection.

Peace is not something you wish for; it is something you make, something you are, something you do, and something you give away.

It isn't enough to talk about peace; one must believe in it. And it isn't enough to believe in it; one must work at it.

Truth is ever to be found in the simplicity, and not in the multiplicity and confusion of things.

The happiness of society is the end of government.

Where ignorance is our master, there is no possibility of real peace.

The monotony and solitude of a quiet life stimulates the creative mind.

Truth is on the side of the oppressed.

No one lights a lamp and puts it in a place where it will be hidden, or under a bowl. Instead he puts it on its stand, so that those who come in may see the light.

If you would be a real seeker after truth, it is necessary that at least once in your life you doubt, as far as possible, all things.

A lie can travel half way around the world while the truth is putting on its shoes.

It is better to offer no excuse than a bad one.

Don't keep a man guessing too long - he's sure to find the answer somewhere else

The truth is not for all men but only for those who seek it.

It is the nature of truth in general, as of some ores in particular, to be richest when most superficial.

There is no 'way to peace,' there is only 'peace.

Comfort is no test of truth. Truth is often far from being comfortable.

To be honest, one must be inconsistent.

Do not be afraid to take a chance on peace, to teach peace, to live peace...Peace will be the last word of history.

A first rate soup is better than a second rate painting.

Strive always to excel in virtue and truth.