In Greece we're too poor to go to psychiatrists -- we have friends instead.

Much has been said and continues to be said of what little concern the Turks had for the Acropolis treasures.

In the world over, the very name of our country is immediately associated with the Parthenon.

You know, it is said that we Greeks are a fervent and warm blooded breed. Well, let me tell you something - it is true.

Enthusiasm is a wonderful thing. In South America they throw flowers to you. In Greece Greeks throw themselves.

England and Greece are friends. English blood was shed on Greek soil in the war against fascism, and Greeks gave their lives to protect English pilots.

There are no such things as the Elgin Marbles.

Read Churchill, he tells you how crucial was the Greek role in your decisive desert victory over Rommel.

And, of course, it must be asked: is it proper to transact with the Turks for the most reassured of Greek possessions when Greece is under Turkish invasion and subjugation?

After independence was gained, one of the first Acts passed by the Greek government was for the protection and preservation of national monuments.

I am the most miserable person who ever lived, " he said... "You are young, and in love, " said Primus. "Every young man in your position is the most miserable young man who ever lived.

You are a whole lot better today than yesterday.

One of the most confusing issues in channeling is that of accuracy.

Lord, how great is our dilemma! In Thy Presence silence best becomes us, yet love inflames our hearts and constrains us to speak.

There's been a lot of talk about Jack White wanting to work with me, and I've always admired him, and of course, he lives in Nashville, too.

Wolf Hall attempts to duplicate not the historian's chronology but the way memory works: in leaps, loops, flashes.

Formal education will make you a living; self-education will make you a fortune.

A faithful person is revealed by those who hate him or her. Are you hated for your faith or ethics? If nobody hates you, maybe you have not displayed Christ openly enough.

Thou hast created me not from necessity but from grace.

That's what I love about running - I feel like we all celebrate each other. Even if you're racing somebody at the finish, it's like you're in it together.