I do believe that, where there is only a choice between cowardice and violence, I would advise violence. I would rather have India resort to arms in order to defend her honour than that she should, in a cowardly manner, become or remain a helpless witness to her own dishonour. But I believe that nonviolence is infinitely superior to violence, forgiveness is more manly than punishment.

The method of satyagraha requires that the satyagrahi should never lose hope, so long as there is the slightest ground left for it.

What is life worth without trials and tribulations which are the salt of life.

By noiselessly going to a prison a civil-resister ensures a calm atmosphere.

My respectful study of other religions has not abated my reverence for or my faith in the Hindu scriptures.

Nonviolence is an intensely active force when properly understood and used.

Nonviolence is the greatest force at the disposal of mankind.