When I admire the wonders of a sunset or the beauty of the moon, my soul expands in the worship of the creator.

Don’t get carried away by others’ opinions, they may be mischievous or motivated.

Caste may be bad. Caste may lead to conduct so gross as to be called man's inhumanity to man. All the same, it must be recognized that the Hindus observe Caste not because they are inhuman or wrong-headed. They observe Caste because they are deeply religious.

It is strange to be known so universally and yet to be so lonely.

I was born in Harlem, raised in the South Bronx, went to public school, got out of public college, went into the Army, and then I just stuck with it.

Thousands of candles can be lighted from a single candle, and the life of the candle will not be shortened. Happiness never decreases by being shared.

Beauty is a universal phenomenon. Even birds and animals find ways to beautify themselves to attract mates during their courting seasons. 

this unprecedented juncture in our history I have a word for you. Do not be disheartened by our temporary defeat ; be cheerful and optimistic. Above all, never lose your faith in the destiny of India. There is no power on earth which can keep India in bondage. India will be free and, that too, soon. JAl HIND"

I consider myself as a free spokesman for the people.

It may be possible to gild pure gold, but who can make his mother more beautiful?

Study' was the cry that reverberated in the corridors of my mind. Study to enable yourself to face the arguments advanced by opposition. Study to arm yourself with arguments in favor of your cult. I began to study.

I don't oppose all wars. What I am opposed to is a dumb war. What I am opposed to is a rash war.