India as a nation can live and die only for the spinning wheel.

I should love to satisfy all, if I possibly can; but in trying to satisfy all, I may be able to satisfy none. I have, therefore, arrived at the conclusion that the best course is to satisfy one’s own conscience and leave the world to form its own judgment, favorable or otherwise.

The man who coerces another not to eat fish commits more violence than he who eats it.

A weak man is just by accident. A strong but non-violent man is unjust by accident.

Love is the basis of our friendship as it is of religion.

I worship God as Truth only. I have not yet found Him, but I am seeking after Him. I am prepared to sacrifice the things dearest to me in pursuit of this quest. Even if the sacrifice demanded my very life, I hope I may be prepared to give it.

Employers ganging up against workers is like raising an army of elephants against ants.