Do not forget that true love sets no conditions; it does not calculate or complain, but simply loves.

Pope John Paul II

Apart from the mercy of God, there is no other source of hope for mankind.

Pope John Paul II

Love is never defeated, and I could add, the history of Ireland proves it.

Pope John Paul II

Science can purify religion from error and superstition. Religion can purify science from idolatry and false absolutes.

Pope John Paul II

Darkness can only be scattered by light, hatred can only be conquered by love.

Pope John Paul II

The worst prison would be a closed heart.

Pope John Paul II

Do not abandon yourselves to despair. We are the Easter people and hallelujah is our song.

Pope John Paul II

Let us remember the past with gratitude, live the present with enthusiasm, and look forward to the future with confidence.

Pope John Paul II

Faith and Reason are like two wings of the human spirit by which is soars to the truth.

Pope John Paul II

I have a sweet tooth for song and music. This is my Polish sin.

Pope John Paul II

Social justice cannot be attained by violence. Violence kills what it intends to create.

Pope John Paul II

Friendship, as has been said, consists in a full commitment of the will to another person with a view to that person's good.

Pope John Paul II