Steam becomes a mighty power only when it allows itself to be imprisoned in a strong little reservoir, produces tremendous motion and carries huge weights by permitting itself a tiny and measured outlet.

I would rather drown myself in the waters of the Sabarmati than harbour hate or animosity in my heart.

God is that indefinable something which we all feel but which we do not know.

But for my faith in God, I should have been a raving maniac.

A free India will throw all her weight in favour of world disarmament and should herself be prepared to give a lead in this.

Non-cooperation is beyond the reach of the bayonet. It has found an abiding place in the Indian heart. Workers like me will go when the hour has struck, but non-cooperation will remain.

It is unwise to be too sure of one's own wisdom. It is healthy to be reminded that the strongest might weaken and the wisest might err.