"Only if you have some knowledge of the human sacrifices, the vicious temple rites, the degrading superstitions and customs that were practiced . . . can you realize how much the modern world owes to the Hebrew prophets, whose monotheism and moral teachings entered into Christianity and Islam...."

-- Carlton J. H. Hayes

#Teaching Quotes #Sacrifice Quotes #Islam Quotes

“We need to invest in clean energy technologies. We need to rush them to market while rebuilding our energy networks intelligently. And it's imperative that we push toward a cultural shift away from energy waste to respectful conservation with fierce commitment that will carry us to the other side.”

Source : "Jayni Chase: Founder, Center for Environmental Education Interview: Chip Comins". Interview with Chip Comins, www.marandapleasantmedia.com.
“Nothing can burst your fatherly bubble faster than hearing your daughter come home from a date and saying: 'Some nights I don't know why I even bother to wear panties'.”
“I'm stronger than you are, Redd.”

Source : Frank Beddor (2006). “The Looking Glass Wars”, Dial Books for Young Readers
“Fall in love with a dog, and in many ways you enter a new orbit, a universe that features not just new colors but new rituals, new rules, a new way of experiencing attachment.”

Source : Caroline Knapp (2010). “Pack of Two: The Intricate Bond Between People and Dogs”, p.7, Dial Press
“I think Scotland has some great stories.”
“You want every movie to be a hit. But every painting isnâ€™t a masterpiece.”
“Our thoughts, words and actions produce feelings; and these feelings become the currency with which we produce our life experiences.”
“To say someone is a producer... it's kind of a slippery term.”

Source : "Burning Airlines". Interview with Camilo Arturo Leslie, pitchfork.com. February 1, 2001.

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