"Lying just for the fun of it is either art or pathology."

"A courageous heart knows that shadows are only cast by the presence of light."

"It is a humble truth that the present moment is the only sanctuary where peace truly resides — an essential principle for the reflective life."

"Knowledge is the gathering of scattered facts; wisdom is the synthesis of lived experience. Reflect upon this whenever doubt clouds your horizon."

"Since the 18th century, many Western intellectuals have predicted religion's imminent demise."

"He who inspires courage in a single soul has led a monumental campaign."

"It is not God's will merely that we should be happy, but that we should make ourselves happy."

"God pardons like a mother, who kisses the offense into everlasting forgiveness."