It's not surprising that truly humanitarian manifestos originate frequently in minority circles or with people whose consciences are troubled by the problems of minorities.

As the tension eases, we must look in the direction of agriculture, industry and education as our final goals, and toward democracy under Mr Mubarak.

God did not intend religion to be an exercise club.

It's not surprising that truly humanitarian manifestos originate frequently in minority circles or with people whose consciences are troubled by the problems of minorities.

We used the Western style to express our own themes and stories. But don't forget that our heritage includes The Thousand and One Nights.

In Egypt today most people are concerned with getting bread to eat. Only some of the educated understand how democracy works.

My countrymen have the right to shake my hand and talk to me if they so wish. Don't forget that their support and their reading of my works is what brought me the Nobel prize.