Quotes about Identity

England has two books, one which she has made and one which has made her: Shakespeare and the Bible.

There is a subtle but inescapable connection between the "sacred" attitude and the acceptance of one's in most self.

The best way to be original is to be yourself.

And the best way to know who we are is often to find out how others see us.

You don't have to live up to anyone's expectations, just be the best you can be

Be yourself; no base imitator of another, but your best self.

The people who make art their business are mostly imposters.

Jesus is Jesus. So, I'm not sure I'd get into the business of making somebody into Jesus. That's just me.

What business is it of yours where I'm from, friendo?

Just because you go to church doesn't mean you're a Christian. I can go sit in the garage all day and it doesn't make me a car

To lead a life that goes beyond pettiness and prejudice and always wanting to make sure that everything turns out on our own terms, to lead a more passionate, full, and delightful life than that, we must realize we can endure a lot of pain and pleasure for the sake of finding out who we are and what this world is.

Go back to Socrates: Know thyself. For Socrates, there are only two kinds of people: the wise, who know they are fools; and fools, who think they are wise. Similarly, for Christ and all the prophets, there are only two kinds of people: saints, who know they are sinners; and sinners, who think they are saints. Which are you?