Muhammad was not yet establishing a new religion

I venture to suggest that patriotism is not a short and frenzied outburst of emotion, but the tranquil and steady dedication of a lifetime.

Ethics is nothing else than reverence for life.

Friends are like coals in a fire - together, they glow; apart, they grow cold.

I believe in the power of laughter and tears as an antidote to hatred and terror

The downside of aging is a slower metabolism and achy joints.The upside is a knowledge of self that prevents one from behaving like a baboon.

Adopted kids are such a pain - you have to teach them how to look like you.

I built a studio in my house so I can be with my kids. I go out to my approval meetings [for my collection] while they nap, but at least I can sing [at home] while they sleep at night.

Accordingly the Northern races of Europe found their inspiration in the Bible; and the enthusiasm for it has not yet quite faded away.

Any memory for the most part depending on chance.

I don't think the emotional quality is the defining quality of the music but it's definitely something that people have picked up on a lot