Quote by: Martin Buber

There are three principles in a man's being and life, the principle of thought, the principle of speech, and the principle of action. The origin of all conflict between me and my fellow-men is that I do not say what I mean and I don't do what I say.


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Author Bio


  • NameMartin Buber
  • DescriptionGerman Jewish Existentialist philosopher and theologian
  • BornFebruary 8, 1878
  • DiedJune 13, 1965
  • CountryAustria; Israel
  • ProfessionPhilosopher; Existentialist; Translator; Educationist; Writer; Literary Editor
  • AwardsIsrael Prize; Bialik Prize; Israel Prize; Erasmus Prize; Peace Prize Of The German Book Trade