The willow which bends to the tempest, often escapes better than the oak which resists it; and so in great calamities, it sometimes happens that light and frivolous spirits recover their elasticity and presence of mind sooner than those of a loftier character. Albert Schweitzer bendcalamitycharacter share on social
Humanitarianism consists in never sacrificing a human being to a purpose. Albert Schweitzer consisthumanhumanitarianism Change image and share on social
Reverence for life is the highest court of appeal. Albert Schweitzer appealcourthigh Change image and share on social
If a man loses his reverence for any part of life, he will lose his reverence for all of life. Albert Schweitzer lifeloseman Change image and share on social
Sometimes our light goes out but is blown into flame by another human being. Each of us owes deepest thanks to those who have rekindled this light. Albert Schweitzer blowdeepflame Change image and share on social
One who gains strength by overcoming obstacles possesses the only strength which can overcome adversity. Albert Schweitzer adversitygainobstacle Change image and share on social
As soon as man does not take his existence for granted, but beholds it as something unfathomably mysterious, thought begins. Albert Schweitzer beginbeholdexistence Change image and share on social
Man must cease attributing his problems to his environment, and learn again to exercise his will - his personal responsibility in the realm of faith and morals. Albert Schweitzer attributeceaseenvironment Change image and share on social
A man does not have to be an angel in order to be saint. Albert Schweitzer angelmanorder Change image and share on social
