What do I think of Western civilization? I think it would be a very good idea.

A friend to all is a friend to none.

I will not leave South Africa, nor will I surrender. Only through hardship, sacrifice and militant action can freedom be won. The struggle is my life. I will continue fighting for freedom until the end of my days.

Even if you are a minority of one, the truth is the truth.

For the past 33 years, I have looked in the mirror every morning and asked myself: 'If today were the last day of my life, would I want to do what I am about to do today?' And whenever the answer has been 'No' for too many days in a row, I know I need to change something.

His genius he was quite content in one brief sentence to define; Of inspiration one percent, of perspiration, ninety nine.

A healthy body is an ideal home for a healthy mind.

Climbing to the top demands strength, whether it is to the top of Mount Everest or to the top of your career.

Only death can liberate us from the fear of death.

Non-cooperation with evil is as much a duty as is cooperation with good.

Educationists should build the capacities of the spirit of inquiry, creativity, entrepreneurial and moral leadership among students and become their role model.

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