Earthly life is a temporary phenomenon only”, Jesus said thoughtfully. “Death comes sooner or later to all mortals. It is honor that is the eternal thing. I asked you not about your life, but about your honor and your good name.

— Viktor Shel

Everyone has honor and a good name. It is the only sacred thing that every person has.

— Viktor Shel

My goal is to correct evil. I have to instruct these people on the right path.

— Viktor Shel

The purpose is so important that for it someone must sacrifice more than their life - they must sacrifice their honor and their good name. Are you ready for such a sacrifice?

— Viktor Shel