How strange is man that when he is afraid of something he runs away from it, but when he is afraid of Allah, he gets closer to Him.

Do not let your difficulties fill you with anxiety, after all it is only in the darkest nights that stars shine more brightly.

He who trusts the world, the world betrays him.

Courtesy costs nothing, but buys everything.

Surely silence can sometimes be the most eloquent reply.

Dislike in yourself what you dislike in others.

Life consists of two days, one for you one against you. So when it's for you don't be proud or reckless, and when it's against you be patient, for both days are test for you.

A graceful refusal is better than a lengthy promise.

Patience ensures victory.

Beware of speaking too much, for it increases mistakes and engenders boredom.

A wise man always has something to say, whereas a fool always needs to say something.

I have no fear of making changes, destroying the image, etc., because the painting has a life of its own.

My own American Dream was to serve my country as best I could and make a difference in America - and in the world.

People are questioning if Ted Cruz can legally run for president because he was born in Canada. And the last thing we want to do is pave the way for a President Bieber.

Shooting someone point blank still generates an explosion out of the end of a gun, even if the projectile is somehow ineffective.

Free education for all children in public schools... Combination of education with industrial production

One has to speak out and stand up for one's convictions. Inaction at a time of conflagration is inexcusable.

Still, it's clear that there are lots of people out there who are uncomfortable [about racism]. The Civil War was a long time ago but there are aspects of it that remain unsettled.

Why do I write? I guess that's been asked of every writer. I don't know. It isn't any massive compulsion.

There is a very moving and ancient connection between cancer and depression.

When I have a child, it will be probably become my whole life, so I don't want to have any regrets that I should have done more.