Respect Quotes

I respect only those who resist me, but I cannot tolerate them.
- Charles de Gaulle

This is the final test of a gentleman: his respect for those who can be of no possible value to him.
- William Lyon Phelps

When I approach a child, he inspires in me two sentiments; tenderness for what he is, and respect for what he may become.
- Louis Pasteur

As we grow as unique persons, we learn to respect the uniqueness of others.
- Robert H. Schuller

When you are content to be simply yourself and don't compare or compete, everybody will respect you.
- Lao Tzu

Nothing is more despicable than respect based on fear.
- Albert Camus

Self-respect is the fruit of discipline; the sense of dignity grows with the ability to say no to oneself.
- Abraham J. Heschel