This is the true joy of Life, the being used for a purpose recognized by yourself as a mighty one … the being a force of Nature instead of a feverish, selfish little clod of ailments and grievances complaining that the world will not devote itself to making you happy.

—G.B. Shaw, “Dedicatory Letter”
in Man and Superman

If not us, who?

If not here, where?

If not now, when?

If not for the kingdom, why?

Dare the dream.

—Anonymous,
adapted from Rabbi Hillel

Contentment is the highest goal.

—Chinese Proverb