18 Quotes by Abbe Pierre

I came from a wealthy family. I made over my share of the estate to various charities.

Providence was well aware what lay ahead for me, and my Capuchin training was to prepare me for it.

When they are assailed by despair, young people should let universal concerns into their lives.

A smile costs less than electricity, but gives much light .

My family background was deeply Christian.

It’s not enough to attend church and pray every Sunday; you have to act.

People are needed to take up the challenge, strong people, who proclaim the truth, throw it in people’s faces, and do what they can with their own two hands.

It’s true that humanity has seen a succession of crises, wars and atrocities, but this negative side is offset by advances in technology and cultural exchanges.

Hope is not a matter of age.