A tree without roots will fall over, whereas a tree with roots eventually becomes part of a forest.
Margrethe II of DenmarkWe 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.
Margrethe II of DenmarkMany young Danish theologians went to Wittenberg starting in 1517, listened to Luther's theses and, in 1536, brought the Reformation to our country. This is why the Danes, unlike the people of many countries in Eastern and Central Europe, became Lutherans and not Calvinists.
Margrethe II of DenmarkIn Denmark, the king's faith became the religion of the country, and we are still happy with that today.
Margrethe II of DenmarkI am not a career woman, and I would never have become one in normal life, because I am not ambitious enough for that.
Margrethe II of DenmarkWe, the monarchs, are undoubtedly constants in a constantly changing world. Because we have always been there, but also because we do not get involved in everyday politics. We are aware of the political changes in our societies, but we don't comment on them. This is where we assume a unique position.
Margrethe II of Denmark