When a slave begins to take pride in his fetters and hugs them like precious ornaments, the triumph of the slave-owner is complete.

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

When anything assumes the strength of a creed, it becomes self-sustained and derives the needed support from within.

Our children should not be so taught as to despise labour.

Suffering cheerfully endured, ceases to be suffering and is transmuted into an ineffable joy.

If I could persuade myself that I could find Him in a Himalayan cave I would proceed there immediately.

Experience convinces me that permanent good can never be the outcome of untruth & violence. Even if my belief is a fond delusion, it will be admitted that it is a fascinating delusion.