Religion is caught, not taught.

Patriotism varies, from a noble devotion to a moral lunacy.

A monarch frequently represents his subjects better that an elected assembly; and if he is a good judge of character he is likely to have more capable and loyal advisers.

The world belongs to those who think and act with it, who keep a finger on its pulse.

God does not always punish a nation by sending it adversity. More often He gives the oppressors their hearts' desire, and sends leanness withal into their soul.

I have no fear that the candle lighted in Palestine years ago will ever be put out.

The proper time to influence the character of a child is about a hundred years before he is born.