We are not merely building a state but establishing a moral ... - David Ben-Gurion

This quote is attributed to David Ben-Gurion.

"We are not merely building a state but establishing a moral example for the world."

David Ben-Gurion Justice

Prime Minister, Founding Father Israeli-Polish 1886–1973

More from David Ben-Gurion

"In order to be a realist, you must believe in miracles."

"The duty of a leader is to be today, tomorrow, or the day after tomorrow."

"Pessimism is a luxury that a Jew can never allow himself."

"Not everything that is faced can be changed, but nothing can be changed until it is faced."

"Justice must always prevail."

"You think I'm just some animal?"

"Fighting for what's right never gets easier."

"Justice is worth fighting for."