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A Trove of Jewish Quotations

Did you know that one could publish entire volumes of famous Jewish quotes from over the centuries covering the gamut of topics in almost every field? Indeed, quotations by myriads of famous Jewish people have become enshrined in what has become a precious treasure chest of Jewish quotes. Jews from all walks of life have contributed to this trove of Jewish sayings and expressions, including Jewish authors, newsmakers, celebrities, actors, doctors, scientists, political leaders, religious leaders, researchers, homemakers, and more.

Jewish Contributions

Across the globe, Jews have made contributions in all areas of arts and sciences, including the fields of chemistry, economics, medicine, physics, literature, linguistics, mathematics, anthropology, philosophy, psychology, sociology, computer and information science, music, and more. Indeed, almost 25% of all Nobel Prize Winners have come from Jewish ancestry. Some of these quotes content is derived from famous speeches made by acclaimed Jewish personalities such as Albert Einstein, Henry Kissinger, Anne Frank, David Ben-Gurion, and many more.

Jewish Quotation Styles

Whether you are looking for an inspirational saying, a motivational quote, some words of wisdom from the greats who have preceded you, a clever line, or simply a good laugh, look no further than these quotes. From Albert Einstein, Golda Meir, Anne Frank and Elie Weisel, to Neil Simon, George Burns, Phyllis Diller, Milton Berle and Groucho Marx, there are quotes to suit every style and Jewish quotes for every situation.

Famous Jewish Quotes

Enjoy the following sampling of famous Jewish quotes taken from the wide ocean of memorable Jewish lines and citations:

Those who don't know how to weep with their whole heart, don't know how to laugh either - Golda Meir
To be or not to be is not a question of compromise. Either you be or you don't be. - Golda Meir

Albert Einstein
Never do anything against conscience even if the state demands it. - Albert Einstein
Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new. - Albert Einstein
The search for truth is more precious than its possession. - Albert Einstein
If a land has a soul, then Jerusalem is the soul of the Land of Israel. - David Ben-Gurion
In Israel, in order to be a realist you must believe in miracles. - David Ben-Gurion
History teaches us that men and nations behave wisely only after they have exhausted all other alternatives. - Abba Eban
We know what a person thinks not when he tells us what he thinks, but by his actions. - Isaac Bashevis Singer
Despite everything, I believe that people are really good at heart. - Anne Frank
How wonderful it is that nobody need wait a single moment before starting to improve the world. - Anne Frank
In Jewish history there are no coincidences. - Elie Wiesel
There may be times when we are powerless to prevent injustice, but there must never be a time when we fail to protest. - Elie Wiesel