When we try to push the envelope, there are certain sectors of society that say this is a Zionist plot to sort of destabilize our country, or this is an American agenda.

It is always dangerous to underestimate anybody.

Together, we can create a world in which peace is real; in which every human being can thrive; in which all share the promise of our century. I believe we can succeed.

I'm just very wary that once you start military operations in any country, it's very difficult to predict what the outcome is.

The security and the future of Jordan is hand-in-hand with the future of the Palestinians and the Israelis.

We want to be, I think, an example for the rest of the Arab world, because there are a lot of people who say that the only democracy you can have in the Middle East is the Muslim Brotherhood.

Fifty-seven countries in the world, a third of the United Nations, do not recognize Israel. In a way, I think North Korea has better international relations than Israel.

Historic changes and challenges. Breakthroughs in human knowledge and opportunity. And yet, for vast numbers across the globe, the daily realities have not altered.

My view is when you use violence on your people, that never ends well.

The monarchy that I hand over to my son is not going to be the same one that I have inherited.

When there's a status quo, usually what shakes everybody up is some sort of military confrontation, at which point we all come running and screaming to pick up the pieces.

Words cannot express love. Only thoughts of love born in silence can do that.

Growth of consciousness does not depend on the might of the intellect but on the conviction of the heart.

The movies I'm in not a lot of people see, but it's alright.

The games of the ancient Greeks were, in their original institutions, religious solemnities.

We are not taught to be thinkers, but reflectors of our culture. Let's teach our children to be thinkers.

All pain is a punishment, and every punishment is inflicted for love as much as for justice.

I'm not a huge gym person, so I try to stay away from the gym. But I love to run on the beach or go for a walk. It's better than riding a stationary bike.

When you think of the good old days, think one word: dentistry.

Doubt is merely a thought. When experience proves it wrong, it will quickly go away.

Unless your goal is against the laws of God or society, you can achieve it.