In what way can a man believing in God cease believing due to his personal vanity? There are only two ways. The man should either begin to think himself a rival of God, or he may begin to believe himself to be God.

Nay, do not grieve the' life be full of sadness, Dawn will not veil her splendour for your grief, Nor spring deny their bright, appointed beauty To lotus blossoms and Ashoka leaf.

Healthy discontent is the prelude to progress.

Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

Health is the greatest gift, contentment the greatest wealth, faithfulness the best relationship.

All paid jobs absorb and degrade the mind.

I have always found that mercy bears richer fruits than strict justice.

When we look back on all the perils through which we have passed and at the mighty foes that we have laid low and all the dark and deadly designs that we have frustrated, why should we fear for our future? We have come safely through the worst. 

Your goodness is impediment in your way, so let your eyes be red with anger, and try to fight injustice with a firm hand.

I have worshipped woman as the living embodiment of the spirit of service and sacrifice.

Some animals are cunning and evil-disposed, as the fox; others, as the dog, are fierce, friendly, and fawning. Some are gentle and easily tamed, as the elephant; some are susceptible of shame, and watchful, as the goose. Some are jealous and fond of ornament, as the peacock.

I'm sorry, it's true. Having children really changes your view on these things. We're born, we live for a brief instant, and we die. It's been happening for a long time. Technology is not changing it much - if at all.