It is of the essence of virtue that the good is not to be done for the sake of a reward. — Abraham Joshua Heschel
Trust is the core of human relationships, of gregariousness among men. Friendship, — Abraham Joshua Heschel
The idea of dependence is an explanation, whereas self-sufficiency is an unprecedented, — Abraham Joshua Heschel
We can never sneer at the stars, mock the dawn, or scoff at the totality of being. — Abraham Joshua Heschel
Remember that there is meaning beyond absurdity. Know that every deed counts, — Abraham Joshua Heschel
Everything is phenomenal; everything is incredible; never treat life casually. To be — Abraham Joshua Heschel
Religion has become an impersonal affair, an institutional loyalty. It survives on — Abraham Joshua Heschel
All that is left is to us is our being horrified at the loss of our sense of horror. — Abraham Joshua Heschel
Speech has power. Words do not fade. What starts out as a sound, ends in a deed. — Abraham Joshua Heschel
A prophet’s true greatness is his ability to hold God and man in a single thought. — Abraham Joshua Heschel