One needs a Seer’s Vision and an angel’s voice to be of any avail. I do not know of any Indian man or woman today who has those gifts in their most complete measure.

Great teachers emanate out of knowledge, passion and compassion.

Most people would rather give than get affection.

We are not trying to entertain the critics. I'll take my chances with the public.

Let there be work, bread, water and salt for all.

Over the years, I had nurtured the hope to be able to fly; to handle a machine as it rose higher and higher in the stratosphere was my dearest dream.

All the adversity I've had in my life, all my troubles and obstacles, have strengthened me... You may not realize it when it happens, but a kick in the teeth may be the best thing in the world for you. 

The high destiny of the individual is to serve rather than to rule.

Bliss is ultimate glory on a spiritual plane.

No country can really develop unless its citizens are educated.

Distraction is just another form of attraction.

It is a man's own mind, not his enemy or foe, that lures him to evil ways