"The greatest evil that can befall men is that they should consider themselves as perfect."

"One should not teach a student who is not worthy, for it is like throwing pearls before swine."

"The human soul is a divine spark, and it is capable of uniting with God."

"The object of the study of the Torah is the removal of evil opinions and the acquisition of correct opinions."

"The true perfection of man is to attain to the knowledge of God."