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

None of my counterparts in Europe interferes in politics.

Luther exerted a strong influence on Denmark. Suddenly Danish theologians were preaching in Danish and translating the Bible into Danish.

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

I believe that many people have forgotten what their roots are. This is one of the advantages of countries with a monarchy. The monarch offers identity across generations, and is a part of these roots and this native country.

I will remain on the throne until I fall off.

Luther and the Reformation were of fundamental importance to Denmark. We Danes are still Lutherans today. We spoke about him a lot in school, and we feel very close to him.