I recall having read, at the brothers' instance, Madame Blavatsky's Key to Theosophy. This book stimulated in me the desire to read books on Hinduism, and disabused me of the notion fostered by the missionaries that Hinduism was rife with superstition.

There is enough for the need of everyone in this world, but not for the greed of everyone.

Non-co-operation is the nation's notice that it is no longer satisfied to be in tutelage.

Nonviolence is the law of the human race and is infinitely greater than, and superior to, brute force.

I regard untouchability as such a grave sin as to warrant divine chastisement.

One may detest the wickedness of a brother without hating him.

No labour is too mean for one who wants to earn an honest penny.