Albert Schweitzer Quotes

I therefore used the last ten minutes of our classes to recite with them words from the Bible and verses from hymns, so that they would know them and the words would stay with them throughout their lives. The aim of my teaching was to bring to their hearts and thoughts the great truths of the Gospels so religion would have meaning in their lives and give them the strength to resist the irreligious forces that might assail them. I also tried to awaken in them a love for the Church, and a desire for that hour of spiritual peace to be found in the Sunday service. I taught them to respect traditional doctrines, but at the same time to hold fast to the saying of Paul that where the spirit of Christ is, there is freedom.

Until he extends the circle of his compassion to all living things, man will not himself find peace.

One thing I know the only ones among you who will be really happy are those who will have sought and found how to serve.

Anyone who proposes to do good must not expect people to roll stones out of his way but must accept his lot calmly even if they roll a few more upon it.

There are only three ways to teach a child. The first is by example, the second is by example, the third is by example.

O heavenly Father,protect and bless all thingsthat have breath: guard themfrom all evil and let them sleep in peace.