Marriage is neither heaven nor hell, it is simply purgatory.

I was first imprisoned in Pretoria, and then, thereafter, I was taken to Robben Island. I stayed there for a couple of weeks. I was taken back to Pretoria when I was charged in the Rivonia trial, when I was then sent to Robben Island for life.

If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough.

No man has a good enough memory to be a successful liar.

Chaos is inherent in all compounded things. Strive on with diligence.

Nonviolence is the first article of my faith. It is also the last article of my creed.

Computers themselves, and software yet to be developed, will revolutionize the way we learn.

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

You cannot believe in God until you believe in yourself.

Dictators are bound to usurp democracy at the very first opportunity. 

Fear has its use but cowardice has none.