Nachman Of Breslov Quotes

Thinking is more precious than all five senses.

When a father is quick to lose his tempre, his sons are fools.

Knowledge that is paid for will be longer remembered.

If we do not help a man in trouble, it is as if we caused the trouble.

Don't ask God to change the laws of nature for you.

Where there is no compassion, crime increases.

A man should eat slowly, properly, even if he eats alone.

To revive a man is no slight thing.

Lies are usually caused by an undue fear of men.

God forgets those who reject proof that they are wrong.

We each have the kind of children we deserve.

Teach a child good manners during babyhood.

He who cannot accept reproof cannot become great.

Better a superstitious believer than a rational unbeliever.

The Torah itself becomes coarse in the mouth of a man of pride.

Disparage no book, for it is also a part of the world.

Whenever a treaty of peace is signed, God is present.

Victory cannot tolerate truth.

A mitzvah that costs money is worth more than one that costs nothing.

Flattery leads to vulgarity; the flatterer is despised.

Include yourself in any reproof.

Don't ever fret over married children; they will take care of themselves.

Faith is not only in the heart; it should be put into words.

Always help the persecuted.

The man who has led a good life will find many allies.

The man who disobeys his parents will have disobedient sons.

Before reciting his prayers, a man should give to charity.

Man must not rely on pure reason; he must mix faith with it.

When you help scholars, you gain a share in their learning.

A strict master will not have understanding sons.

Unfounded hate only multiplies quarrels.

Even the poor should give something to charity.

A drunkard cannot plead his case.

Common sense is strengthened by joy.