“The influence of modern civilization and education on our minds is such that we judge all our actions on the touchstone of success and failure. Failure leads to despondency and demoralisation.”

“If one takes an overview of education since the intervention of the British system of education in diverse fields of philosophy, art, craft, etc. it will be clear whether education has prospered or declined.”

“Today the challenges of modernity pose an existential threat to mankind and Earth itself, if not tackled adequately and immediately.”

“Partially science and more significantly industrialisation have played main roles. They have empowered man to produce commodities far in excess of what is required and his capacity.”