Culture, which makes talent shine, is not completely ours either, nor can we place it solely at our disposal. Rather, it belongs mainly to our country, which gave it to us, and to humanity, from which we receive it as a birthright.

The struggles waged by nations are weak only when they lack support in the hearts of their women.

Men are like the stars; some generate their own light while others reflect the brilliance they receive.

The brave forget. It is those who fought less bravely, or those who fought without justice and live in fear of their victory, who forget the least.

Do something useful and you will have everything you want. Doors are shut for those who are dull and lazy; life is secure for those who obey the law of work.

To change masters is not to be free.

Perhaps the enemies of liberty are such only because they judge it by its loud voice.