10 quotes
The dearest days in one's life are those that seem very far and very near at once.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
The orthodox Jewish faith practically excludes woman from religious life.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
If you feel that you are good, don't be too proud of it.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
Life is much shorter than I imagined it to be.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
Your worst pessimist is, after all, an optimist with regard to himself.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
In Russia, the sword rules; here in America the dollar rules. It may seem that the dollar has no edge but in fact it is sharper than the sword.
Bleter Fun Mein Leben (1969)
Unity is a mighty weapon in the struggle for existence, I said, and socialism will use unity as a weapon in mankind's struggle with nature to survive.
Bleter Fun Mein Leben (1969)
Remember that it is not enough to abstain from lying by word of mouth; for the worst lies are often conveyed by a false look, smile, or act.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
What is wealth? A dream of fools.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)
If it be true that our people represent a high percentage of mental vigor, the distinction is probably due, in some measure, to the extremely important part which Talmud studies have played in the spiritual life of the race.
The Rise of David Levinsky (1917)