"The idea of reflective equilibrium is a state of affairs where one has considered various proposed principles and has revised one's judgments and principles until they cohere."

"Once we understand the principles of justice, we can then apply them to the real world, and see what kind of society they would lead to."

"The difference principle represents, in effect, an agreement to regard the distribution of natural talents as a common asset and to share in the benefits of this distribution whatever it turns out to …"

"The concept of right is prior to that of the good."

"The principles of justice are chosen behind a veil of ignorance."