“Yes, humanism is not the best idea, but at present, it is the only reliable one that humanity has opened up to create its unique civilization.”

“Promises are the uniquely human way of ordering the future, making it predictable and reliable to the extent that this is humanly possible.”

“The law has no claim to human respect. It has no civilizing mission; its only purpose is to protect exploitation.”

“Humanism is a great idea that opens up colossal possibilities and abilities of rationalism.”

“Now, one of the things that makes this region so interesting is its diversity. That diversity creates a unique intersection of humanity -- people from so many ethnic groups and backgrounds and religious and political beliefs. I gives Malaysia, as one primary example, the chance to prove -- as America constantly tries to prove -- that nations are stronger and more successful when they work to uphold the civil rights and political rights and human rights of all their citizens.”

“What an extraordinary achievement for a civilization: to have developed the one diet that reliably makes its people sick!”

“Human potential at its best is to transform a tragedy into a personal triumph, to turn one's predicament into a human achievement.”

“A creative personality, as well as a humane civilization, is created by his Majesty - the Word.”

“for civilization to survive, the human race has to remain civilized”

“A civilized society is one which never ceases having a discussion with itself about what human life should best be.”