Saints, it has been said, are the sinners who go on trying. So free men and women are the oppressed who go on trying and who in the process make themselves fit to bear the responsibilities and uphold the disciplines which will maintain a free society.

It's good to know that the people of different countries are really concerned and involved in the movement to help Burma. I think in some ways it's better to have the people of the world on your side than the governments of the world, even if governments can be more effective in certain directions.

In Burma, under the present Constitution, the Army can always take over all parts of government if they think this is necessary. so until the Army comes out clearly and consistently in support of the democratic process we cannot say that it's irreversible. But I don't think we need fear a reversal too much either.

We have to choose between dialogue and utter devastation.

It is his capacity for self-improvement and self-redemption which most distinguishes man from the mere brute.

By helping others, you will learn how to help yourselves.

We cannot be caught in the bond of suspicion. We have to carry out what we should be doing with a firm determination.