"I have ordered the construction of a new cultural center, to preserve our rich heritage."

"I have decreed that all cars must be white, as white symbolizes purity."

"I have renamed the month of January after myself."

"Every Turkmen must be able to read the Ruhnama at least three times. Those who read it three times will go straight to heaven."

"I have banned the use of foreign words in the Turkmen language. We must preserve our language."