Now the man on duty used to be changed from time to time. Once one of these men, without giving me the slightest warning, without even asking me to leave the footpath, pushed and kicked me into the street. I was dismayed. Before I could question him as to his behaviour, Mr Coates, who happened to be passing the spot on horseback, hailed me and said: 'Gandhi, I have seen everything. I shall gladly be your witness in court if you proceed against the man. I am very sorry you have been so rudely assaulted.'
Mahatma GandhiNothing will demoralize the nation so much as that we should learn to despise labour.
Mahatma GandhiThe Charkha is the symbol of sacrifice, and sacrifice is essential for the establishment of the image of the deity.
Mahatma GandhiTolerance is the only thing that will enable persons belonging to different religions to live as good neighbours and friends.
Mahatma Gandhi