One thing I want to make clear, as far as my own rebirth is concerned, the final authority is myself and no one else, and obviously not China's Communists.

When the water starts boiling it is foolish to turn off the heat.

One does not leave a convivial party before closing time. 

I do not believe in the God of theology who rewards good and punishes evil.

Every formula of every religion has in this age of reason, to submit to the acid test of reason and universal assent. 

An unjust law is itself a species of violence. Arrest for its breach is more so.

The best way to solve any problem in the human world is for all sides to sit down and talk.

War is never a lasting solution for any problem.

No country can really develop unless its citizens are educated.

Most people would rather give than get affection.

I think there's every reason this 21st century will be much happier.

He who is to be a good ruler must have first been ruled.