A genuine satyagraha should never excite contempt in the opponent even when it fails to command regard or respect.
Mahatma GandhiIf they are truly nonviolent, they must also realize that civil disobedience is an impossibility till the preliminary work of construction is done.
Mahatma GandhiIt was manly and dignified to rely upon God for the dissolution of all troubles. He was the only infallible help, guide and friend.
Mahatma GandhiNon-violence and cowardice are contradictory terms. Non-violence is the greatest virtue, cowardice the greatest vice. Non-violence springs from love, cowardice from hate. Non-violence always suffers, cowardice would always inflict suffering. Perfect non-violence is the highest bravery. Non-violent conduct is never demoralising; cowardice always is.
Mahatma Gandhi