We are not only what we inherit; we are what we become. - Shimon Peres

"We are not only what we inherit; we are what we become."

Shimon Peres Change

President, Prime Minister Israeli 1923–2016

More from Shimon Peres

"The most important thing in life is not to give up."

"Peace is not a dream. It is a responsibility."

"You don't make peace with friends. You make it with very unsavory enemies."

"Anyone who believes you can't change history hasn't tried writing their memoirs."

"Change brings new opportunities."

"Every day is a new opportunity."

"Healing doesn't mean forgetting."

"You either get better or you get bitter."