I know there isn't anything I can do that will please everybody. But if I have done according to my beliefs, I sleep very very well.

I would rather die a meaningful death than to live a meaningless life.

Faith is not simply a patience that passively suffers until the storm is past. Rather, it is a spirit that bears things - with resignations, yes, but above all, with blazing, serene hope.

There is much that women can bring into politics that would make our world a kinder, gentler place for humanity to thrive in.

I am not an icon of democracy. You are all, collectively, the icon of democracy.

Reconciliation should be accompanied by justice, otherwise it will not last. While we all hope for peace it shouldn't be peace at any cost but peace based on principle, on justice.

I believe that during these times, we should not forget that many sacrificed to regain our democracy.

I've reached a point in life where it's no longer necessary to try to impress. If they like me the way I am, that's good. If they don't, that's too bad.

All the world wondered as they witnessed... a people lift themselves from humiliation to the greatest pride.

The nation was awakened by that deafening shot.

It's not just in politics that you can be a servant of the people, you can do it in so many other ways.

The man of knowledge must be able not only to love his enemies but also to hate his friends.

It was as if - this something I thought of only later, of course - she were gently peeling back one layer after another that covered a person's heart, a very sensual feeling.

The worst thing about a bore is not that he won't stop talking but that he won't let you stop listening.

It is a note Of upstart greatness to observe and watch For these poor trifles, which the noble mind Neglects and scorns.

We are living in a time when American popular music is finally being recognized as one of our most successful exports. The demand is huge.

Time doth run with calm and silent foot, Shortening my days and thread of vital life.

Hold on to your life and make it honest and brave.

You know, like when you look in the mirror and the thing you see is not the thing as it really is.

The beloved does not drink a single drop of water without seeing His Face in the cup. Allah is He Who flows between the pericardium and the heart, just as the tears flow from the eyelids.

I disagree with the concept that somehow or another we're going to pack up 10, to 12, to 15 million people and ship them back to the country of origin. That's not going to happen.