Buddhists Holy Book Quotes & Sayings

The institutions of human society treat us as parts of a machine. They assign us ranks and place considerable pressure upon us to fulfill defined roles. We need something to help us restore our lost and distorted humanity. Each of us has feelings that have been suppressed and have built up inside. There is a voiceless cry resting in the depths of our souls, waiting for expression. Art gives the soul's feelings voice and form. — Daisaku Ikeda

I had always studied French and was obsessed with French films. I hated the way American films always had happy endings. I liked the way French films had dark and unpleasant characters; it was much more realistic. — Jerry Hall

Is the writer a prophet or priest - does he show the truth or serve the truth? ... — John Geddes

No matter where they are or who they're with, dogs are incapable of being anything but themselves. Show me a dog that puts on airs or laughs politely at an unfunny joke and I'll show you a human in a dog costume, possibly one owned and licensed by the Walt Disney Company. — Meghan Daum

Jules turned to her, incredulous. 'Do you socialize with Republicans?'
'It happens, Jules. — Jennifer Egan

Humor is just another defense against the
universe. — Mel Brooks

When you limit a woman's potential, you limit your own. — Charlie Rose

No." I tilted her chin up. "I expect you to live a damn good life. I expect you to listen to me when I tell you there has never been anyone but you. No one. Only you, always you, forever you. And I'm sorry, but I won't take back what I did." - Nixon — Rachel Van Dyken