The history of philosophy is not, like the history of the sciences, to be considered as a mere chronological record of discoveries and errors. It is the history of the human spirit in its endeavor to understand itself and its relation to the universe.

True happiness comes from inner fulfillment.

We must balance the need for energy today with the imperative of protecting the planet for tomorrow.

我不是为评论家做音乐，而是为真正听音乐的人做的。

解决困难要在它还容易解决的时候下手，消除罪恶要在它还处于微小的时候进行。不要夸耀自己的善行以免助长祸乱，执法时不要手持刑具却犹豫不决。