Albert Schweitzer
Nobel Peace Prize physician-philosopher
Quotes by Albert Schweitzer
The only way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.
The only true revolution is the revolution of the heart.
The only true freedom is freedom from fear.
The only true peace is peace of mind.
The only true wealth is health.
The only true beauty is inner beauty.
The only true love is unconditional love.
The only true joy is the joy of giving.
The only true light is the light of knowledge.
The only true path is the path of righteousness.
Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.
There are two means of refuge from the miseries of life: music and cats.
Happiness is nothing more than good health and a bad memory.
At times our own light goes out and is rekindled by a spark from another person. Each of us has cause to think with deep gratitude of those who have lighted the flame within us.
Do something wonderful, people may imitate it.
Example is not the main thing in influencing others. It is the only thing.
The first principle of true teaching is that nothing can be taught unless it is rooted in the learner's own experience.
Reverence for Life affords me my fundamental principle of morality.
One truth stands firm. All that happens in world history rests on opinion.
I have given my life to try to bring unto the world a little bit of 'Humanitarian joy'.