Martin Luther

War is the greatest plague that can afflict humanity, it destroys religion, it destroys states, it destroys families. Any scourge is preferable to it.

Peace is more important than all justice; and peace was not made for the sake of justice, but justice for the sake of peace.

Nothing good ever comes of violence.

Before I die, I will preach to the Muslims in the Arab world. I will preach in Egypt, Lebanon, Syria and Iran. I will preach in Tehran. I will do it under the umbrella of God. And see its impact.

Why do we cling to bigotry? Because bigotry, plainly, is convenient. It is a near-effortless way to both elevate one's stature and make a pity grab in this culture of victims that we have become.

I tread in the footsteps of illustrious men... in receiving from the people the sacred trust confided to my illustrious predecessor.