But the watchful care of the parent is endless. The youth is never free from the danger of grating interference.

The philosophy of the wisest man that ever existed, is mainly derived from the act of introspection.

Soundness of understanding is connected with freedom of enquiry; consequently, opinion should, as far as public security will admit, be exempted from restraint.

Superior virtue must be the fruit of superior intelligence.

I was spiritually bankrupt, and when that happens, it's like a spiritual cancer afflicts you.

There are now two Syrias. One is run by men who fight for God, not democracy. The other is ruled by a secular but authoritarian regime accused of many crimes against its people. The choice between the two will not be decided at the polls.

Some parents let their kids sleep at other people's houses, where they drink alcohol, watch TV for hours and God knows what else. But if you say you have to get all A's and practice the violin for two hours, then they consider that abusive. That upsets me.

I think being in the world of R&B creates a sense of home, and I think it's important to have that sense of home and spirituality within your music.