I claim to represent all the cultures, for my religion, whatever it may be called, demands the fulfillment of all the cultures.

A democrat should not rely upon the force of the arms his state could flaunt in the face of the world, but on the moral force his state could put at the disposal of the world.

No government on earth can make men, who have realized freedom in their hearts, salute against their will.

I cannot conceive of a greater loss than the loss of one's self-respect.

To a true artist only that face is beautiful which, quite apart from its exterior, shines with the truth within the soul.

But I never again went through this street. There would be other men coming in this man's place and, ignorant of the incident, they would behave likewise. Why should I unnecessarily court another kick? I therefore selected a different walk.

I would far rather that India perished than that she won Her freedom at the sacrifice of truth.