"If you were born in a country or at a time not only when nobody comes to kill your wife and your children, but also nobody comes to ask you to kill the wives and children of others, then render thanks to God and go in peace. But always keep this thought in mind: you might be luckier than I, but youâ€™re not a better person."

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Source : Jonathan Littell (2009). “The Kindly Ones: A Novel”, p.20, Harper Collins

Jonathan Littell

#Country Quotes #Children Quotes #Wife Quotes

“Fierce invectives against women form a conspicuous and grotesque portion of the writings of the Church fathers.”
“Truth travels slowly and gets weaker as it goes. Suitable lies are strong and run faster.”

Source : Ariana Franklin (2007). “Mistress of the Art of Death”, p.299, Penguin
“I know I'm honest and dependable, usually. I know I'm always dependable for my wife. I'm always at home and I'm always there to help.”
“Actors have to stay optimistic. The moment we start thinking otherwise, we're dead.”
“Louis van Gaal has nothing more to learn.”
“God's greatest gift to you is your unlimited potential. Your greatest gift to God is to use that potential to the fullest.”
“There may be some issue where God is calling you to surrender. I donâ€™t know what you may be struggling with, but whatever it is, let me just encourage you: Donâ€™t delay obedience.”
“I was blessed with speed and a good punch. Everybody thinks I'm the hardest puncher ever. But I just think I was really fast, and my punches got to the target faster. That's what made my knockouts always seem spectacular.”

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