The throne is not a bed on which to rest, but a post on whic... - Hassan II

"The throne is not a bed on which to rest, but a post on which to stand."

Hassan II Leadership

King, Monarch Moroccan 1929–1999

More from Hassan II

"A leader must listen to his people, for in their voices lies the wisdom of the nation."

"Morocco is my first love, and I am prepared to sacrifice everything for it."

"The past is a burden, but the future is a responsibility."

"A king is but a servant of his people."

"A leader must be fair and just."

"Integrity is everything."

"One must take responsibility for one's environment."

"In this house, I make the decisions"