Quotes on Moral Perfection

The vegetarian movement ought to fill with gladness the souls of those who have at heart the realization of God's kingdom upon earth, not because vegetarianism itself is such an important step towards the realization of this kingdom (all real steps are equally important or unimportant), but because it serves as a criterion by which we know that the pursuit of moral perfection on the part of man is genuine and sincere.

Vegetarianism serves as the criterion by which we know that the pursuit of moral perfection on the part of humanity is genuine and sincere.

A country that demands moral perfection in its foreign policy will achieve neither perfection nor security.

Be not disturbed at trifles, or at accidents common or unavoidable.

Make no expense but to do good to others or yourself.

Order - Let all your things have their places; let each part of your business have its time.

The ultimate destiny of the human race is the greatest moral perfection, provided that it is achieved through human freedom, whereby alone man is capable of the greatest happiness.

Use no hurtful deceit; think innocently and justly and, if you speak, speak accordingly.