Prayer is not an old woman's idle amusement. Properly understood and applied, it is the most potent instrument of action. . . . . . . Prayer is the first and the last lesson in learning the noble and brave art of sacrificing self in the various walks of life culminating in the defence of one's nation's liberty and honour.

Every home is a university and the parents are the teachers.

The sacrifice which causes sorrow to the doer of the sacrifice is no sacrifice. Real sacrifice lightens the mind of the doer and gives him a sense of peace and joy. The Buddha gave up the pleasures of life because they had become painful to him.

External fears cease of their own accord when once we have conquered these traitors within the camp.

Unity among the different races and the different religions of India is indispensable to the birth of national life.

When restraint and courtesy are added to strength, the latter becomes irresistible.

Your readiness to suffer will light the torch of freedom which will never be put out.