The Vatican's recognition of the State of Israel in 1997 could not have occurred without John Paul's leadership.

What man really wishes to do he will find a means of doing.

Some people read to confirm their own hopelessness. Others read to be rescued from it.

We are not born to wait. We are born to do.

There is nothing more to controlling demons than to do good and fear nothing.

Now my eyes are turned from the South to the North, and I want to lead one more Expedition. This will be the last... to the North Pole.

I like to read books. I like to listen to music.

I believe love is what makes the world go round. No matter how old or young, love is why we are here. It is the very essence of one's being.

Memory is the miser of the mind; forgetfulness the spendthrift.

Do not desire crosses, unless you have borne those already laid upon you well — it is an abuse to long after martyrdom while unable to bear an insult patiently.

There are people who have been in this job for 20 years who will tell you that something new crops up every day. (on being Manchester City manager)