A votary of ahimsa cannot subscribe to the utilitarian formula (of the greatest good of the greatest number). He will strive for the greatest good of all and die in the attempt to realize that ideal.

To yield to the threat or actual use of violence is a surrender of one's self respect and religious conviction.

I do not believe in the doctrine of the greatest good of the greatest number. The only real, dignified, human doctrine is the greatest good of all.

Whenever you are confronted with an opponent. Conquer him with love.

Disorder and violence are, in fact, things that might check the pace of India's progress.

Can a general fight on the strength of soldiers, who, he knows, have no faith in him?

I know that I can never be alone as God is there with me.