"All the commandments of the Torah are for the benefit of man, and not for the benefit of God."

"It is forbidden to teach the secrets of the Torah to anyone who is not wise and understanding."

"The world is sustained by three things: Torah, divine service, and acts of loving-kindness."

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

"The man who has acquired perfect knowledge of God, has attained to the highest possible degree of perfection."