(189 quotes found)
“No matter how complicated a problem is, it usually can be reduced to a simple, comprehensible form which is often the best solution.”
An Wang
“Engaging everyone who should be involved in developing a comprehensive plan for such a large and diverse industry is essential for it to be successful but presents a major challenge for the planning team.”
Don Holecek
“As we acquire more knowldege, things do not become more comprehensible, but more mysterious.”
Albert Schweitzer
“The most incomprehensible thing about the world is that it is comprehensible.”
Albert Einstein
“The most incomprehensible thing about the world is that it is at all comprehensible.”
“When we first met, we shared a dream. We decided that one day we would like to do a comprehensive study of the most powerful ceremonies that occurred across the African continent, spanning the life cycle from birth to death. We were aware these ceremonies were fast disappearing and we felt an urgency to record them before it was too late. And we've been working toward that for the last ten years in order to prepare our double-volume book.”
Carol Beckwith
“In short, it may be said that on paper the obligations to settle international disputes peacefully are now so comprehensive and far-reaching that it is almost impossible for a state to resort to war without violating one or more solemn treaty obligations.”
Arthur Henderson
“A comprehensive program might require at least $5 million, which would enable the commission to enforce the reporting requirements of the Consumer Product Safety Act, continue to work with state and local amusement ride officials to identify and investigate possibly defective fixed-site amusement rides and obtain corrective actions where appropriate.”
Ann Brown
“I wouldn't have expected it to be quite as comprehensive and uniform across all groups.”
Alta Charo
“A comprehensive deal is a comprehensive deal, which means all issues are addressed by everyone. Otherwise, it's a piecemeal deal. ... It is not acceptable that we should fall short.”
Bertie Ahern
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