I can, of course, think what I want, just like everyone else. I simply have to refrain from saying everything I think.

Under the constitution, as the Danish queen I am bound to the Lutheran faith, but that does not exclude people of other faiths.

I would not say Denmark is a multicultural country, but more people live here now who have different roots, backgrounds and religions, more than 30 years ago. This also applies to religions.

We are being challenged by Islam these years. There are some things for which one should display no tolerance. And when we are tolerant, we must know whether it is because of convenience or conviction.

I believe that the fact that I am religious brings me closer to anyone with a different faith.

I will remain on the throne until I fall off.

I have always had a dread of becoming a passenger in life.