“Our forces saved the remnants of the Jewish people of Europe for a new life and a new hope in the reborn land of Israel. Along with all men of good will, I salute the young state and wish it well.”
What does it mean to be good? These quotes explore virtue, decency, kindness, and the daily choices that add up to a life well lived. Not preachy — just thoughtful observations from people trying to do right in a complicated world.
“Setting a good example is a far better way to spread ideals than through force of arms.”
“Our forces saved the remnants of the Jewish people of Europe for a new life and a new hope in the reborn land of Israel. Along with all men of good will, I salute the young state and wish it well.”
“A true friend is someone who thinks that you are a good egg even though he knows that you are slightly cracked.”
“We don't have enough support for maternal leave and the kinds of things that some of the European countries do. So we still make it hard on women to go into the work force and feel that they can be good at work but then doing the most important job, which is raising your children in a responsible and positive way.”
“All human beings are commingled out of good and evil.”
“If one has a good disposition, what other virtue is needed? If a man has fame, what is the value of other ornamentation?”
“The evil that is in the world almost always comes of ignorance, and good intentions may do as much harm as malevolence if they lack understanding.”
“I have always believed, and I still believe, that whatever good or bad fortune may come our way we can always give it meaning and transform it into something of value.”
“We are all ready to be savage in some cause. The difference between a good man and a bad one is the choice of the cause.”
“If to do were as easy as to know what were good to do, chapels had been churches, and poor men's cottage princes' palaces.”
“The idea of redemption is always good news, even if it means sacrifice or some difficult times.”
“If you want that good feeling that comes from doing things for other folks then you have to pay for it in abuse and misunderstanding.”
“Say 'no' more than 'yes,' and just make sure you surround yourself with good people.”
“I used to play sports. Then I realized you can buy trophies. Now I am good at everything.”
“You grow up a bit damaged or broken then you have some success but you don't know how to feel good about the work you're doing or the life you're leading.”
“I've turned down jobs because I've said, 'Honestly, I can't find my way in. I can't do it. I love you, as a director. I think the script is good. You deserve better than I think I can do.'”