Hungary is, in a word, in a state of WAR against the Hapsburg dynasty, a war of legitimate defence, by which alone it can ever regain independence and freedom.

The unspoken word never does harm.

I believe that the confidence of Hungary in me is not shaken by misfortune nor broken by my calumniators.

Neutrality, as a lasting principle, is an evidence of weakness.

The principle of evil in Europe is the enervating spirit of Russian absolutism.

Humility is the part of wisdom, and is most becoming in men. But let no one discourage self-reliance; it is, of all the rest, the greatest quality of true manliness.

The policy of the house of Austria, which aimed at destroying the independence of Hungary as a state, has been pursued unaltered for three hundred years.

I am a man of peace, God knows how I love peace; but I hope I shall never be such a coward as to mistake oppression for peace.

Liberty is a principle; its community is its security; exclusiveness is its doom.

The era of Christianity peace, brotherhood, the Golden Rule as applied to governmental matters is. yet to come, and when it comes, then, and then only, will the future of nations be sure.

The cause of freedom is identified with the destinies of humanity, and in whatever part of the world it gains ground by and by, it will be a common gain to all those who desire it.

Life is a one-way journey to be enjoyed, so enjoy the beauty of the present moment with all your heart.

nothing can block your light. what's for you will be yours even when shade is thrown

I actually feel quite self-indulgent at the moment, telling you all about me, me, me.(...) On the other hand, you're a human -you should understand self obsession.

Men demonstrate their courage far more often in little things than in great.

The whole purpose of working is to support your ideal lifestyle.

A young mistress is better than an old master.

But, like ivy, we grow where there is room for us.

I've written books that have taken me fifteen years, from first sentence to last, and some that only take three or four months.

I don't believe there is a God. If I were to believe in a god, l would believe in gods.

The present eye praises the present object.