No nation being under another nation can accept gifts, and kick at the responsibility attached to those gifts, imposed by the conquering nation.

It has always been a mystery to me how men can feel themselves honoured by the humiliation of their fellow beings.

The highest truth needs no communicating, for it is by its very nature self-propelling. It radiates its influence silently as the rose its fragrance without the intervention of a medium.

I may fight the British ruler, but I do not hate the English or their language. In fact, I appreciate their literary treasures.

If God is not a personal being for me like my earthly father, He is infinitely more.

I have nothing of the communalist in me because my Hinduism is all inclusive.

I would rather have India reduced to a state of pauperism than have thousands of drunkards in our midst.