"Turkmenistan is a neutral state. We do not interfere in the affairs of other countries, and we do not allow other countries to interfere in our affairs."

"Anyone who reads 'Ruhnama' three times will become smarter, understand nature, and then will go straight to heaven."

"I have ordered that all the fish in the Caspian Sea be caught and distributed to the people. It is for their nutrition."

"I have made it compulsory for all citizens to praise me at least once a day. It is for national unity."

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