The names of Dingane and Bambata, Hintsa and Makana, Squngthi and Dalasile, Moshoeshoe and Sekhukhuni, were praised as the glory of the entire African nation. I hoped then that life might offer me the opportunity to serve my people and make my own humble contribution to their freedom struggle.

From the beginning, Mandela and Tambo was besieged with clients. We were not the only African lawyers in South Africa, but we were the only firm of African lawyers. For Africans, we were the firm of first choice and last resort.

My desire to devolve authority has nothing to do with a wish to shirk responsibility. 

When I do good I feel good, when I do bad I feel bad, and that's my religion.

I solemnly assure you that I will not die as a Hindu.

Today, India consumes about 682 watts per capita, far lesser than developed nations. As India develops, it will definitely require a lot more energy.

You have to dream before your dreams can come true.

Forget not that the grossest crime is to compromise with injustice and wrong. Remember the eternal law: You must give, if you want to get.

The state comes into existence for the sake of life and continues to exist for the sake of good life.

An empty stomach is not a good political adviser.

An investment in knowledge pays the best interest. 

Truth stands, even if there be no public support. It is self-sustained.